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Quantum Supremacy

Intermediate Concepts
The milestone where a quantum computer performs a calculation practically impossible for any classical computer.

📖 In-Depth Explanation

Google claimed quantum supremacy in 2019 with their Sycamore processor completing a task in 200 seconds that would take a classical supercomputer 10,000 years. Also called quantum advantage or quantum primacy.