Quantum computing depends on the coherent entangled state, or pure state that contains the superposition of multiple, even mutually exclusive alternatives. The more alternatives are entangled, the faster the quantum computing. It is the ability to ask many questions all at once, rather than one question at a time.

The theory of quantum computing is well advanced, but no quantum computer has yet been built.  Different bits of hardware are used to create entangled states. One major problem is decoherence, or loss of coherent superposition, which would make the computer stop working.

By trapping and coherently connecting atoms with digital holograms, NOD is able to provide bolts and nuts for operating with entangled states and addressing the decoherence problem.