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arXiv:quant-ph/0702202

Quantum Cryptography: from Theory to Practice

Hoi‐Kwong Lo, Norbert Lütkenhaus

Published Feb 22, 2007• 32 citations
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Abstract

Quantum cryptography can, in principle, provide unconditional security guaranteed by the law of physics only. Here, we survey the theory and practice of the subject and highlight some recent developments.
DOI
10.48550/arxiv.quant-ph/0702202

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