Quantum cryptography: An in-depth exploration of principles and techniques
description: Quantum cryptography is evolving in the field of data security and cryptographic research, as it offers a high level of security based on the principles of quantum mechanics. This chapter provides an extensive understanding and in-depth explanation about the basic concepts of the techniques implemented in quantum cryptography. The exploration of the fundamental concepts begins with elaboration on the foundational concepts of quantum mechanics, such as no-cloning, entanglement, superposition, and quantum state measurement, which are crucial for the better understanding of quantum cryptography. Further, the chapter delves more into the quantum key distribution (QKD) protocols such as BB84, BBM92, and B92. All the QKD protocols are analysed and compared based on the underlying principles and techniques. Furthermore, the importance and benefits of the integration of quantum cryptography with the traditional algorithms are also discussed. The chapter also aims to provide thorough study of quantum cryptography principles, challenges, and future directions along with a detailed comprehensive review of quantum cryptographic techniques. 2025 selection and editorial matter, Keshav Kumar and Bishwajeet Kumar Pandey; individual chapters, the contributors.
creator: Krishna Sowjanya, K.; Bindu Madavi, K.P.
source: Next Generation Mechanisms for Data Encryption;pp.93-105
publisher: CRC Press
date: 01-01-2025
rights: Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
relation: ISBN: 978-104027111-7; 978-103283284-5;
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Krishna Sowjanya K., Department of Computer Science and Engineering, CMR Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India; Bindu Madavi K.P., Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Christ University, Bengaluru, India