Quantum Computing

A Journey Into the Next Frontier of Information and Communication Security
1. Auflage 2024
ISBN: 978-1-032-75705-6
Verlag: CRC Press

Buch, Englisch, 216 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 230 mm, Gewicht: 340 g

This book explores the exciting world of quantum computing, from its theoretical foundations to its practical applications, offering both non-technical and expert readers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to this cutting-edge technology that has the potential to revolutionize the way we process and transmit information.

Quantum Computing: A Journey into the Next Frontier of Information and Communication Security provides a comprehensive guide to the exciting and rapidly evolving field of quantum computing and communication security. The book starts by introducing the theoretical foundations of quantum mechanics and quantum computing, providing readers with a solid understanding of the principles behind this revolutionary technology. The book emphasizes the practical applications of quantum computing and its adoption strategies in response to the urgency of quantum readiness. While many books on the subject focus solely on the theory, this book explores the risks and opportunities of quantum computing, and how to prepare and adopt this technology. From there, the book explores various quantum concepts and their security applications, covering topics such as quantum-safe cryptography, standards, implications on artificial intelligence, and optimization.

The book is written for students, researchers, technology leaders, and professionals who work in the field of cybersecurity, communications, digital transformation, data analytics, and information systems. The book is suitable for researchers with various technical knowledge.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate, Professional Practice & Development, and Professional Reference

Autoren/Hrsg.

Hammoudeh, Mohammad

Alessa, Abdullah T

Sherbeeni, Amro M

Firth, Clinton M

Alessa, Abdullah S

Fachgebiete

• Mathematik | Informatik EDV | Informatik Technische Informatik Quantencomputer, DNA-Computing

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. A Primer on Quantum Computing and Quantum Communications. 2. Quantum Computing Standards, Protocols, Architectures and Algorithms. 3. Adoption Strategies and Approaches of Quantum Technologies in the Oil and Gas Industry. 4. Managing the Quantum Cybersecurity Threat: “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later”. 5. A Peet into Post-Quantum Era (PQA/PQC): “What does the future hold? What will happen in 2030?”. 6. QRNG & QKD “How can organisations leverage Quantum Computing?”. 7. The impact of Quantum Computing on Classical Network and Internet Infrastructures. 8. Quantum Datacenters, Quantum as a Service. 9. Cyber Quantum Attacks on Classical and Quantum Systems. 10. Quantum Computing as an Enabler to Business and Individuals?. 11. Quantum Communications Over Classical Networking Infrastructures and Protocols. 12. Quantum Sensors for Monitoring Industrial Processes and IoT Applications. 13. Optimization and Machine Learning Quantum, Annealing Quantum and Neural Networks. 14. Future Directions and Challenges, Quantum Supremacy and Beyond.

Über Autor(innen)

Mohammad Hammoudeh is the Saudi Aramco Cybersecurity Chair Professor at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. His research interest is in quantum communication technologies, quantum-safe encryption methods, and quantum adoption strategies in both IT and OT systems. He has hands-on experience in working with quantum hardware and algorithms. He developed practical ways of evaluating the real applications of new technology in the cyberspace such as quantum computing, digital twins, and blockchains.

Abdullah T. Alessa is a cybersecurity professional at Saudi Aramco cybersecurity operations. He has ten years of experience in various cybersecurity domains. He led multiple teams within the organization and currently serves as the head of Cryptography Solutions.

Amro M. Sherbeeni is working as a cybersecurity consultant in Saudi Aramco with over 25 years of experience in different IT & cybersecurity fields. He led multiple teams, projects, and functions within the organization and currently leading the Zero Trust adoption.

Clinton M. Firth is a partner at PwC focusing on digital, cyber and resilience. He is an experienced cybersecurity consulting executive, holding many senior and global roles for large consulting and system integrator firms. He has diverse experience working with commercial, government, and defense clients. Clinton leads a passionate team of industry specialists to address some of the most complex technology trust problems of our time.

Abdullah S. Alessa is an information technology and computing professional at Saudi Aramco computer operations. He has nine years of experience in several computing technology fields and lead various emerging technology projects in Saudi Aramco IT infrastructure.