Our future with quantum computers

Abstract

In the last few years, we have seen quantum computer technology reach the level where those processor can be accessed and utilized through internet. As their development has gathered momentum, the notion of what a “quantum computer” is has evolved over time, making it extremely difficult to estimate their technological and readiness levels for real impacts on our society. In this article, we will discuss the current technological status of quantum computers, their possible development paths, and potential technological impact on our current and future society. Specifically, we will compare three alternate development scenarios and explore the effects of our choice for the different development paths on their future impacts.