Programming the Universe: A Quantum Computer Scientist Takes on the Cosmos - Softcover

Lloyd, Seth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1400033861 ISBN 13: 9781400033867

Publisher: Vintage, 2007

Synopsis

Is the universe actually a giant quantum computer? According to Seth Lloyd, the answer is yes. All interactions between particles in the universe, Lloyd explains, convey not only energy but also information-in other words, particles not only collide, they compute. What is the entire universe computing, ultimately? "Its own dynamical evolution," he says. "As the computation proceeds, reality unfolds." Programming the Universe, a wonderfully accessible book, presents an original and compelling vision of reality, revealing our world in an entirely new light.

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Review

"Lloyd is one of the gurus of quantum and information theory, and in this accessible book he presents an insightful new perspective on the cosmos."--Sir Martin Rees, University of Cambridge"What an astonishing book! Lloyd is at the forefront of a revolution." --Kevin Kelly, Editor-at-Large, Wired"Lloyd thinks he has found a new way to explain one of the most basic questions in science: Why is the world so complex? . . . Fascinating and profoundly comforting. . . . Seth Lloyd certainly gives his readers a lot of bang for their buck."--The New York Times Book Review"Renowned for his innovative conflation of pure physics and computation, Lloyd is well positioned to hack his way into space-time and come back with answers." --Seed

From the Publisher

A hugely important book about one of the hottest topics in science - the extent to which the universe functions as a giant computer.

Edition details

• Publisher: Vintage
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1400033861
• ISBN 13: 9781400033867
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 256