Overview of hybrid quantum-classical computing development

doi:10.12267/j.issn.2096-5931.2023.07.005

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Abstract:

By combining quantum computing with classical computing, the potential of quantum devices at the current stage can be fully exploited to speed up the computation process. In addition, the characteristics of quantum computing determine that even to achieve the fault-tolerant quantum computing stage, it still needs the cooperation of classical computing. This article provides a concise exposition of the basic framework and subsequent key technical challenges of hybrid quantum-classical computing (HQC) based on the HQC proposals put forward by researchers both domestically and internationally, as well as the quantum operating systems (OS) already released by various enterprises. It also looks ahead to the future development prospects of HQC in China.

Key words: quantum computing, hybrid quantum-classical computing, quantum advantage, operating system

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TN929.11

FU Yaobin, ZHOU Hui. Overview of hybrid quantum-classical computing development[J]. Information and Communications Technology and Policy, 2023, 49(7): 36-43.

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