Physics and Computation
Physics and Computation
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This is an introductory Element that is meant to provide a conceptual introduction to foundational issues in computation in physical systems. The will be a compelling read for those interested in computer science, physics, mathematics, cognitive science, and philosophy.
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Physics and Computation by Armond Duwell
This Element has three main aims. First, it aims to help the reader understand the concept of computation that Turing developed, his corresponding results, and what those results indicate about the limits of computational possibility. Second, it aims to bring the reader up to speed on analyses of computation in physical systems which provide the most general characterizations of what it takes for a physical system to be a computational system. Third, it aims to introduce the reader to some different kinds of quantum computers, describe quantum speedup, and present some explanation sketches of quantum speedup. If successful, this Element will equip the reader with a basic knowledge necessary for pursuing these topics in more detail.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781009108553 |
| ISBN 10 | 1009108557 |
| Title | Physics and Computation |
| Author | Armond Duwell |
| Series | Elements In The Philosophy Of Physics |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 2021-09-23 |
| Number of pages | 75 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |