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== Quantum Algorithms == [[File:Quantum Computer.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Quantum Computer]] Quantum Algorithms are algorithms specifically designed to run on quantum computers, making use of the unique properties of quantum mechanics to solve complex problems. Quantum computers leverage quantum bits, or qubits, which can exist in a superposition of multiple states simultaneously. This allows quantum algorithms to perform computations in parallel and potentially offer exponential speedup over classical algorithms for certain problems. === Shor's Algorithm === Shor's Algorithm is a groundbreaking quantum algorithm, discovered by Peter Shor in 1994, that can efficiently factor large numbers. The ability to factor large numbers quickly has significant implications for the field of cryptography, as many encryption schemes rely on the difficulty of factoring large numbers. [[Shor's Algorithm]] is based on the principles of quantum Fourier transform and order finding. It efficiently solves the prime factorization problem, which has exponential complexity on classical computers. Shor's Algorithm has sparked widespread interest in the field of quantum computing due to its potential to break widely used encryption algorithms such as RSA. === Grover's Algorithm === Grover's Algorithm, proposed by Lov Grover in 1996, is a quantum search algorithm that provides a quadratic speedup over classical search algorithms. It aims to find the solution of an unstructured search problem in an unsorted database. [[Grover's Algorithm]] uses the principles of quantum superposition and interference to efficiently search through a large number of possibilities. It is particularly useful for problems such as database search and solving Boolean satisfiability problems. === Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm (QAOA) === The Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm (QAOA) is a quantum-classical hybrid algorithm designed for solving combinatorial optimization problems. It was introduced by Farhi et al. in 2014. [[Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm]] combines classical optimization techniques with quantum computing capabilities to find near-optimal solutions to combinatorial optimization problems. QAOA has shown promise in solving problems such as the MaxCut problem and graph partitioning. === Quantum Machine Learning Algorithms === Quantum machine learning algorithms explore the intersection of machine learning and quantum computing, aiming to harness the power of quantum systems to enhance traditional machine learning problems. [[Quantum Machine Learning Algorithms]] can take advantage of quantum computing's ability to efficiently handle large amounts of data and perform computations in parallel. These algorithms open up possibilities for enhanced pattern recognition, classification, and optimization tasks in machine learning. === References === <references />
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