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Continuous-variable quantum key distribution with noisy coherent states

Journal Article · · Physical Review. A
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  1. Department of Optics, Palacky University, 17 listopadu 50, 772 07 Olomouc (Czech Republic)
An excess noise in coherent-state preparation can prevent secure key distribution through lossy channel. The feasible single-copy and multicopy linear optical methods are proposed to purify the prepared state. The single-copy method always sufficiently reduces the excess noise to obtain the key secure against both the individual and collective attacks even through any lossy channel. To increase the secure key rate, two feasible applications of the multicopy linear optical purification are proposed. As a result, maximal secure key rate achievable through a given lossy channel can be approached.
OSTI ID:
21140455
Journal Information:
Physical Review. A, Journal Name: Physical Review. A Journal Issue: 2 Vol. 77; ISSN 1050-2947; ISSN PLRAAN
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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