Quantum Computer

A quantum computer is a type of computer that uses the principles of quantum mechanics to process information in fundamentally different ways than classical computers.
Key Concepts:

• Qubits: The basic unit of quantum information. Unlike classical bits (0 or 1), qubits can be in a superposition of both 0 and 1 simultaneously.
•  Superposition: Allows quantum computers to represent multiple states at once, vastly increasing their potential computing power for certain problems.
•  Entanglement: A quantum phenomenon where qubits become linked so that the state of one instantly influences the state of another, no matter the distance.
• Quantum gates: Operations that manipulate qubits through quantum logic,different from classical logic gates.

Potential Advantages: 

•  Can solve certain problems much faster (e.g., factoring large numbers, simulating quantum physics).
•  Promising for fields like cryptography, materials science, optimization, and machine learning.