Introduction to Quantum Cryptography

ISBN-13: 9781316515655 / Twarda / 2023 / 400 str.

The Netherlands) W Stephanie (Technische Universiteit Delft

Opis

An accessible and engaging upper undergraduate-level textbook on quantum cryptography including coverage of key, modern applications.

Recenzje

'Thomas Vidick and Stephanie Wehner take readers on an insightful exploration of the full landscape of quantum cryptography, skillfully weaving together theory and applications and providing pedagogical quizzes and exercises. The mathematical formalism is rigorous yet approachable, making this book an excellent introduction to this captivating area.' Anne Broadbent, University of Ottawa

Spis treści

Preface; 1. Background material; 2. Quantum tools and a first protocol; 3. Quantum money; 4. The power of entanglement; 5. Quantifying information; 6. From imperfect information to (near) perfect security; 7. Distributing keys; 8. Quantum key distribution protocols; 9. Quantum cryptography using untrusted devices; 10. Quantum cryptography beyond key distribution; 11. Security from physical assumptions; 12. Further topics around encryption; 13. Delegated computation; References; Index.