Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter 1
2. Table of Contents 5
3. Part 1 The essentials
4. Preface: Why this book? 11
5. 1 An introduction to the quantum world 15
6. 2 The background: Why are we so enthusiastic about quantum technology? 27
7. 3 The applications: What problems will we solve with quantum computers? 37
8. 4 Timelines: When can we expect a useful quantum computer? 55
9. 5 Four myths about quantum computing 71
10. Part 2 More about the applications
11. 6 Applications in chemistry and material science 81
12. 7 The impact on cybersecurity 91
13. 8 Applications of quantum networks 103
14. 9 Optimisation and AI: What are companies doing today? 109
15. Part 3 The hardware and strategic actions
16. 10 Quantum hardware 127
17. 11 Error correction 133
18. 12 What steps should your organisation take? 145
19. Part 4 The final bits
20. 13 Further reading 157
21. 14 Overview of quantum computers available today 163
22. 15 Quantum Hype Bingo 165
23. 16 Acknowledgements 167
24. 17 Bibliography 169
25. 18 Index 173