Quantum Computer Science
N. David Mermin
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Quantum Computer Science
Published
2009
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
220
ISBN-13
9781281085160
Description
In the 1990's it was realized that quantum physics has some spectacular applications in computer science. This book is a concise introduction to quantum computation, developing the basic elements of this new branch of computational theory without assuming any background in physics. It begins with an introduction to the quantum theory from a computer-science perspective. It illustrates the quantum-computational approach with several elementary examples of quantum speed-up, before moving to the major applications: Shor's factoring algorithm, Grover's search algorithm, and quantum error correction. The book is intended primarily for computer scientists who know nothing about quantum theory, but will also be of interest to physicists who want to learn the theory of quantum computation, and philosophers of science interested in quantum foundational issues. It evolved during six years of teaching the subject to undergraduates and graduate students in computer science, mathematics, engineering, and physics, at Cornell University.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Quantum Computer Science?
This edition of Quantum Computer Science has approximately 220 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Quantum Computer Science?
For most readers, Quantum Computer Science typically takes between 4h 35m and 3h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 55,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 55,000 words
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What is the word count of Quantum Computer Science?
The estimated word count for Quantum Computer Science is approximately 55,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Quantum Computer Science?
Quantum Computer Science was written by N. David Mermin.
When was Quantum Computer Science published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2009. The original work may have been published on a different date.