Sending quantum information over long distances

Ever since the idea of quantum communication was proposed, scientists have considered quantum communication systems as completely separate from classical communication systems. However, an international group of scientists is challenging this idea with a quantum communications scheme that incorporates existing classical telecommunications structures.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news72548567.html">Sending quantum information over long distances</a></p> <p>Ever since the idea of quantum communication was proposed, scientists have considered quantum communication systems as completely separate from classical communication systems. However, an international group of scientists is challenging this idea with a quantum communications scheme that incorporates existing classical telecommunications structures.</p>