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Fundamentals of Quantum Processing Units (QPU)
"Fundamentals of Quantum Processing Units (QPU)" explores the core architecture of QPUs and how they differ from classical and GPU-based computing. Participants learn how quantum circuits execute on physical qubits and how QPU systems interact with classical control hardware. As QPUs become integral to cryptographic and sensitive data applications, cybersecurity risks surrounding quantum data processing are escalating. This course addresses how side-channel attacks and noise models could be exploited by adversaries, and how secure QPU usage policies can mitigate such threats. You'll gain foundational insight into designing secure and efficient QPU-enabled systems.
Course Overview
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Learning Objectives
- Fundamentals of Quantum Processing Units (QPU)
- Understand the basic principles of quantum computing and how QPUs differ from classical CPUs.
- Explore the different types of qubit technologies and their characteristics.
- Analyze the architecture and components of various QPU designs.
- Learn about the challenges and limitations in building and operating QPUs.
- Grasp the foundational knowledge of QPUs, which is crucial for understanding the potential future impact of quantum computing on cybersecurity, both as a threat and a solution.
Framework Connections
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