Quantum cryptography
Dag Roar Hjelme, Lars Lydersen, Vadim Makarov
TL;DR
This chapter introduces quantum cryptography, explaining its principles and significance for secure communication, aimed at students and professionals in information security.
Contribution
It provides an accessible overview of quantum cryptography tailored for educational purposes, bridging theoretical concepts with practical understanding.
Findings
Highlights the potential of quantum cryptography for unbreakable security
Explains key quantum cryptographic protocols like BB84
Discusses challenges and future prospects in the field
Abstract
This is a chapter on quantum cryptography for the book "A Multidisciplinary Introduction to Information Security" to be published by CRC Press in 2011/2012. The chapter aims to introduce the topic to undergraduate-level and continuing-education students specializing in information and communication technology.
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Taxonomy
TopicsQuantum Information and Cryptography · Quantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture · Quantum Mechanics and Applications