Quantum Computing.

Quantum computing refers to the development of computers using ideas gained from quantum physics. A quantum computer can potentially make certain complex calculations far faster than traditional computers, which would bring great benefits to scientific research and many other applications. The theory behind quantum computing emerged in the 1980s, and small-scale models were demonstrated over the next few decades. By the 2020s, many technology companies were investing heavily in quantum research. However, quantum technology remained mostly experimental well into the twenty-first century. Early quantum computers required very specific environments to operate and had essentially no practical use. Scientists continue to work on making quantum computers more reliable as they strive to better understand quantum physics and quantum computing components.