Towards Software-Defined QKD Networks

Georgios Gardikis

Published Sep 5, 2024• 0 citations

Abstract

This presentation describes solutions for integrated systems (monotoring, observability, security and management), as well as what Software-Defined QKD Network are. It was used during the HellasQCI Training Event in Crete 2024 - Axis 2 QKD & PQC for Cybersecurity (05/09/2024). The related video is available here: Towards Software-Defined QKD Networks

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18036094

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