Planet Hard Drive.

• Autores: César A. Hidalgo
• Localización: Scientific American, ISSN 0036-8733, Vol. 313, Nº. 2, 2015, págs. 72-75
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • The article discusses a thought experiment developed by quantum computing scientist Seth Lloyd which envisions the universe as a computer in which every single atom is a unit of information storage. Particular focus is given to the use of Lloyd's thought experiment in describing the computational capacities of economies and societies. Topics discussed include entropy, order, genetics, growth, and man-made objects.