A look at the use of quantum computing to solve optimization problems, which are devilishly difficult because of the huge number of options they entail (Bob Henderson/Wall Street Journal)

Bob Henderson / Wall Street Journal:
A look at the use of quantum computing to solve optimization problems, which are devilishly difficult because of the huge number of options they entail  —  Technological advances are letting companies and researchers explore practical uses for quantum computers, such as optimizing airline gate assignments