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Quantum Cryptography: from Theory to Practice

Quantum Physics 2016-03-17 v3

Abstract

Quantum cryptography can, in principle, provide unconditional security guaranteed by the law of physics only. Here, we survey the theory and practice of the subject and highlight some recent developments.

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@article{arxiv.quant-ph/0702202,
  title  = {Quantum Cryptography: from Theory to Practice},
  author = {Hoi-Kwong Lo and Norbert Lütkenhaus},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:quant-ph/0702202},
  year   = {2016}
}

Comments

Changed the wording to emphasize the importance of using a proper definition of security. 7 pages, prepared for a special issue of "Physics in Canada"