In praise of measurement
Abstract
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The role of measurement in quantum computation is examined in the light of John Bell's critique of the how the term ``measurement'' is used in quantum mechanics. I argue that within the field of quantum computer science the concept of measurement is precisely defined, unproblematic, amd forms the foundation of the entire subject.
Based on talk given at the QUPON/QIPC 2005 conference in Vienna, May, 2005. 24 pages, 21 figures
Based on talk given at the QUPON/QIPC 2005 conference in Vienna, May, 2005. 24 pages, 21 figures