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Advancement of Cloud-Based Ultra-Secure Communication using Quantum Key Distribution Protocols with Physical Layer Security in 6G Networks

T.B Sivakumar, Kishore Kumar M, Govindanaidu Damodaran Vignesh, eep Kumar

Published Jan 1, 2025• 1 citation
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10.2139/ssrn.5077871

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