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Skip Welcome to our Preview Course on Quantum CommunicationWelcome to our Preview Course on Quantum Communication
Step into the exciting world of quantum communication with our engaging, video-based course that focuses on Quantum Key Distribution (QKD). Through concise factsheets, you'll gain a solid understanding of cutting-edge principles and real-world applications. To keep you on track, quizzes are provided to test your knowledge and reinforce key insights.
In this series of lectures, we’ll explore the fascinating world of quantum technologies, focusing on how quantum principles are revolutionizing secure communication. Tailored for professionals with a solid technical background, we’ll navigate through foundational cryptographic concepts and delve into quantum-specific innovations, such as Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC).
This course is designed to bridge your existing knowledge with quantum concepts. Each lecture builds on key topics: from understanding randomness at the quantum level to exploring the practical implementation of QKD and examining real-world applications of these technologies.
Let’s begin this journey into the future of secure communication! By the end of our full course, you’ll be equipped with the foundational skills you need to excel in the rapidly evolving realm of secure quantum communication.
Preview - Lecture 1: Introduction & Cryptography before QKD
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Students mustMark as doneIn the full curriculum, the first lecture provides a comprehensive introduction to classical cryptography - covering symmetric and asymmetric approaches, key management systems, and integrity checks - and a intreoduction to foundational quantum physics concepts. You’ll learn about the differences between bits and qubits, the principles of superposition, photon polarization, entanglement, and even touch on quantum algorithms. This preview features the first video from the complete course, spotlighting polarization, superposition, and entanglement—three essential pillars in the realm of quantum communication. Enjoy this sneak peek into the fascinating world of quantum technologies!
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Quantum Information - Basic Concepts
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This fact sheet introduces fundamental concepts of quantum mechanics, including superposition, qubits, polarization, entanglement, and the no-cloning theorem, highlighting their significance for quantum communication and cryptography.
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Every lecture in the full-length course is accompanied by a self-check to test the knowledge gained. Here, we would like to provide a quiz with a single sample question from lecture 1.
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