This describes a system that lets users access quantum computers over the internet, much like they access regular cloud computing services. A central control system in a cloud provider's network sets up a standard virtual computer for a user. This virtual computer is then connected to a specific quantum computer, chosen based on the user's needs, allowing the user to run quantum programs. The claims narrow this to a multi-tenant cloud environment where virtual instances are provisioned from a pool of classical resources.
Why it matters: In 2017, cloud-based quantum computing was largely theoretical or in very early experimental stages, with limited quantum hardware available. By 2026, major cloud providers have established platforms for quantum computing as a service, making the integration of classical cloud resources with quantum hardware a more mature and practical endeavor.
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