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Comptes Rendus Physique

From quantum optics to quantum communications

Izo I. Abram, Philippe Grangier

Published Jan 1, 2003• 6 citations
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Abstract

We review the possible roles of quantum optics and quantum information methods for future developments of optical telecommunications.
DOI
10.1016/s1631-0705(03)00005-7

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