Towards efficient and secure quantum-classical communication networks

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2411.01081v2
• Date: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 17:23:30 GMT
• Title: Towards efficient and secure quantum-classical communication networks
• Authors: Pei Zeng, Debayan Bandyopadhyay, José A. Méndez Méndez, Nolan Bitner, Alexander Kolar, Michael T. Solomon, F. Joseph Heremans, David D. Awschalom, Liang Jiang, Junyu Liu,
• Abstract summary: There are two primary approaches to achieving quantum-resistant security: quantum key distribution (QKD) and post-quantum cryptography (PQC) We introduce the pros and cons of these protocols and explore how they can be combined to achieve a higher level of security and/or improved performance in key distribution. We hope our discussion inspires further research into the design of hybrid cryptographic protocols for quantum-classical communication networks.
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• Abstract: The rapid advancement of quantum technologies calls for the design and deployment of quantum-safe cryptographic protocols and communication networks. There are two primary approaches to achieving quantum-resistant security: quantum key distribution (QKD) and post-quantum cryptography (PQC). While each offers unique advantages, both have drawbacks in practical implementation. In this work, we introduce the pros and cons of these protocols and explore how they can be combined to achieve a higher level of security and/or improved performance in key distribution. We hope our discussion inspires further research into the design of hybrid cryptographic protocols for quantum-classical communication networks.

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