This AI stuff is SCARY!!!

[SpriggsySpriggs]

You know, I'm starting to hope AI takes over so I can stop hearing about people living in fear of "what if". At least then their fears would be rational.

[Pete]

Steve and I are in the same camp that identifies this so-called AI as just one big ass list comparison tool. By big ass I mean you should see the size and the power requirements of the data centers being built for this endeavor. I mean seriously its future depends on quantum computers, because the atom thickness of the transistors is about to hit the wall. That's the point where the electrons can no longer remain in circuit. That's probably what Spriggsy was getting at when he wrote, Human technology is going to plateau at some point."

Personally, I wish Alexa wasn't such a piece of worthless canine leavings. I really would like to see audio responses that actually answer questions well. That's still just list comparing, but apparently we are not even evolved enough to accomplish that yet.

Pete

[madscijr]

How far along are we with quantum computing anyway? 
I keep seeing news headlines about all these advances, but it's all in this low-level and highly technical jargon, without explaining what exactly is missing from the technology that we aren't using it yet. Once it "arrives", won't it pretty much render security in all non-quantum computer systems (including crypto currency's blockchains) obsolete?

[Dimster]

Gemini was asked if Quantum computing is still just a concept, here is the reply.

Quantum computing is not just a concept; there is a significant physicality to it, with working prototypes and different approaches to building hardware. While the theoretical foundations of quantum computing involve abstract mathematical principles, the practical implementation relies on manipulating real-world physical systems to create **qubits**.

### **What are Qubits?**

In classical computers, information is stored in bits that can be either a 0 or a 1. In quantum computers, information is stored in **quantum bits**, or **qubits**. The key difference is that a qubit can exist in a state of **superposition**, meaning it can be both 0 and 1 at the same time until it is measured. This property is what allows quantum computers to perform certain calculations much faster than classical computers. The physical systems used to create these qubits must be precisely controlled and shielded from their environment to maintain their delicate quantum states.

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### **Physical Implementations**

Several physical systems are being explored to create qubits and build quantum computers. Each approach has its own strengths and challenges:

* **Superconducting Circuits:** This is one of the most popular approaches, used by companies like IBM and Google. Superconducting circuits, often cooled to temperatures near absolute zero, act as "artificial atoms" where quantum information is encoded in the circuit's energy levels.
* **Trapped Ions:** In this method, individual charged atoms (**ions**) are suspended in a vacuum using electromagnetic fields. Lasers are then used to manipulate their electronic states, which serve as the qubits. This approach is known for its high precision and long coherence times.
* **Silicon Quantum Dots:** This method involves trapping single electrons in tiny semiconductor structures called quantum dots. The spin of the electron (either "up" or "down") can be used to represent the 0 and 1 states of a qubit.
* **Neutral Atoms:** Similar to trapped ions, this approach uses lasers to trap and manipulate neutral atoms. It has potential for scalability because of the ability to arrange large numbers of atoms in a grid.

Each of these physical implementations is a real, tangible effort to build a working quantum computer. The primary challenges in all these methods are maintaining the fragile quantum states (coherence) and scaling up the number of qubits while minimizing errors.

This video provides an introductory look at the physical principles behind how a quantum computer functions. [How Does a Quantum Computer Work?](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_IaVepNDT4)
http://googleusercontent.com/youtube_content/0

[SpriggsySpriggs]

I feel like any kind of first "quantum computer" will be just some scammy startup with just a bunch of Intels under the hood.

[Pete]

The few that exists currently make errors, which need to be corrected during the course of processing. I'd say that puts them on par with present day meteorologists. You know, they predict it will be sunny the day before, and correct that forecast to showers while they are on their way to work in the morning.

Quantum computers also have to operate near absolute zero, so I guess no matter how hard the United States and China try, they will still get blown away by the Russians and Canadians! At least that's what TheBOB emailed me, from his quantum laptop.

Yeah, I think the big fear is the encryption decryption abilities of these computers, especially with this Aquarian Age push for digital currency.

In any regard, this is where everybody's hard earned tax dollars are going to flow to in the coming years. Keep an eye out on how fast they build in Pennsylvania. I believe that's ground zero for the U.S., unless there is some secrete government plant somewhere else like on Steve's farm.

Pete

[SpriggsySpriggs]

Coolest computing thing I've seen for a while are these new fuzzy logic CPUs that don't operate on something being 1 or 0. It can be almost 1 and the CPU counts that as close enough. They use it for object recognition. I can't remember what it was called. Veritasium did a video on it. Very neat. It's faster than a GPU for AI stuff. Check it out sometime.

[Dimster]

Maybe we should add Fuzzy Logical Operators to QB64PE.?

[PhilOfPerth]

I use Fuzzy Logic all the time ; the older I get, the fuzzier it gets!
Check out some of my "Nearly Works" programmes!

[Unseen Machine]

All i Can guarantee is if anyone actually makes a quantum AI, they gonna charge you a pretty penny for it! AS for quantum computers, I found this https://news.microsoft.com/source/featur...computing/ to be the most progress made in a decade...what ever happens, Ill still be here at home scratching me head over some code that doesnt work properly...