In order to fully understand quantum computing, you really need to have an understanding of the mysteries of quantum physics. And don't worry if you don't understand the theory at first because NOBODY does, and perhaps nobody ever will!
We don't know how quantum particles do what they do, especially as, we humans, are entirely composed of them, at an empirical level. The fundamental laws of the universe are quantum, there is no scientific debate on that. Nature is quantum, not classical.
These amazing forces such as: Superposition, Quantum Entanglement and Quantum Tunneling, can be fashioned into a computer, thanks predominantly to Linear Algebra. And these computers ARE ALREADY making mind-boggling computations, intractable to current digital supercomputers. Whilst we have the classical world pretty much figured out, the same cannot be said for the Quantum realm which is still as much a mystery today, as it was when it was first discovered over 100 years ago!
When scientists developed the technology to peer inside the atom for the first time they were absolutely amazed at the way quantum particles (Particles smaller than an atom) behaved and the strange properties they possessed!! The best way to begin learning about quantum physics is to understand the pivotal experiments such as: The Double Slit and The Delayed Choice Quantum Eraser. I have presented these experiments for years and I have always enjoyed watching the intrigue creep across the faces of young bewildered students.
QUECWA: QUANTUM PHYSICS PRESENTATION
The Double Slit Experiment:
Known in scientific circles as 'The Beautiful Experiment' because of its charm and intrigue. It is now over 200 years since it was first conducted and we still have NO IDEA how it works.
Many of the interpretations of quantum mechanics have evolved from this experiment. The video below shows how it relates to other Quantum Experiments
The Delayed Choice Quantum Eraser:
First performed in 1999, the DCQE took the Double Slit to a higher level by introducing Entangled Photons. It proves, to a certain degree, RETROCAUSALITY.
The phenomenon where events that have already occurred can be altered! Is that weird enough for you?
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