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Researchers explore new basis for integrated all-optical logic

The article from MSN discusses a breakthrough in optical computing technology where researchers are exploring a new foundation for integrated all-optical logic circuits. This research, published in the journal *Advanced Photonics Nexus*, focuses on developing logic gates that operate entirely with light, potentially revolutionizing computing by eliminating the need for electrical-to-optical conversions, which currently limit the speed and efficiency of data processing. The study introduces a novel approach using a single multimode fiber to perform complex logic operations through the manipulation of light's spatial modes. This method could lead to faster, more energy-efficient computing systems by leveraging the inherent parallelism and high bandwidth of optical signals. The implications of this technology extend to enhancing data centers, telecommunications, and potentially quantum computing, by providing a scalable and compact solution for optical information processing.

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