Engineers send quantum signals with standard Internet Protocol
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University of Pennsylvania engineers transmitted quantum signals over commercial fiber-optic cables using standard Internet Protocol. Their "Q-chip" coordinates quantum and classical data, allowing fragile quantum signals to travel on existing internet infrastructure with high fidelity. The system pairs regular light with quantum information, using classical headers for routing. Tested on Verizon's network, this breakthrough could lead to a quantum internet connecting quantum computers, potentially enabling faster AI and advanced drug development.
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