What Is Grover’s Algorithm?
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Grover’s Algorithm is an algorithm that can be used to search a database or other large collection of items efficiently, in a fraction of the time required by existing methods. It was developed by Lov Grover in 1996 and is based on principles of quantum computing. Grover’s Algorithm works by performing a series of iterations that narrow down the search space until the desired result is found. This is done by applying a series of “oracles” which test the data for specific properties, allowing the search to quickly be narrowed down. This makes Grover’s Algorithm particularly useful for applications where time is of the essence such as cryptography.