Quantum computation is a distinctively new way of harnessing nature. It will be the first technology that allows useful tasks to be performed in collaboration between parallel universes.
David DeutschRead
To me quantum computation is a new and deeper and better way to understand the laws of physics, and hence understanding physical reality as a whole.
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What this quote means
Quantum computation offers a more profound understanding of physics and reality.
In this quote, David Deutsch emphasizes the significance of quantum computation as an innovative framework that transcends traditional ways of comprehending the laws of physics. He suggests that this new approach not only enhances our grasp of fundamental physical principles but also enriches our overall perception of reality itself, hinting at the interconnectedness of knowledge in science and how it shapes our understanding of the universe.
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In a lecture about modern physics, one might say, 'To me quantum computation is a new and deeper and better way to understand the laws of physics.'
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