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Quantum computing will only be useful to a handful of people instead of mass consumer use. Quantum computers are mainly for cybersecurity.
Only small parts of specific algorithms get a boost from quantum computing. I could imagine the NAG library offering quantum as a service for some of their routines
So in the end it’s even more useful than the metaverse or NFT, and they hyped that shit up like crazy.
You mean for comlutation
Quantum processors are already a thing. I dont think we’ll see quantum powered consumer products for a while but I think they will eliminate the need for massive data centres and should be way better for the environment.
Or ever. Quantum processors have to operate close to 0k to work
What do you think we’ll see instead. When it comes to tech, id never say never. But I know what you mean.