Test of a prototype quantum internet runs under New York City for half a month
phys.org
To introduce quantum networks into the marketplace, engineers must overcome the fragility of entangled states in a fiber cable and ensure the efficiency of signal delivery. Now, scientists at Qunnect Inc. in Brooklyn, New York, have taken a large step forward by operating just such a network under the streets of New York City.

But how is the latency for online gaming? It’d be awesome if it’s near instantaneous, or limited only by the net code.

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  • superkret@feddit.orgEnglish
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    2 months ago

    Mom, can we have a quantum-entangled network?

    Mom: No, we have a quantum-entangled network at home.

    Quantum-entangled network at home:

    • TimeSquirrel@kbin.melroy.org
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      2 months ago

      That’s just a demonstration of entropy. Every network rack without an admin to whack techs over the hands with a ruler will eventually look like this.

      Tech 1: wow, I’m am so proud of this work

      Tech 2: hmm, this bundle has a couple wires poking out and going in random directions, I don’t need to pay attention to mine that much.

      Tech 3: huh, racks a bit messy, no problem I’ll just toss this here cable up and over the back

      Tech 4: just drapes it across the floor

      Tech 5: burns it down GOTO tech 1.

  • mods_mum@lemmy.todayEnglish
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    2 months ago

    Can someone explain why they still need fiber? I thought this was about someone finally succeeding in making practical use of entangled pairs.