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A University of Rochester physicist explains how quantum computing could perform calculations millions of times faster than classical computers, leveraging quantum physics principles to solve problems currently beyond reach. John Nichol, co-lead of the Center for Coherence and Quantum Science, breaks down quantum mechanics as the foundation for quantum computing, emphasizing superposition and entanglement as key enablers of its unprecedented speed. Research highlights quantum physics’ potential to revolutionize timekeeping, enabling ultra-precise measurements that could transform navigation, communications, and scientific experiments. Developments in "quantum memory" promise to create a faster, more secure internet by storing and transmitting quantum information without degradation or interception risks. A new method repurposes everyday materials into quantum computing components, lowering barriers to scalable quantum technology by reducing reliance on rare or specialized substances.