Can Computing Machines Be as Fast as Time Itself?

Title: Can Computing Machines Be as Fast as Time Itself?

Research Question: Is it possible for computing machines to perform calculations faster than the physical time it takes for those calculations to occur?

Methodology: The researchers compared the speeds of sequential and concurrent computing machines, emphasizing the role of computing interferences and using a graphic representation to show the similarities between synchronous and asynchronous circuits.

Results: The researchers found that computing machines, both sequential and concurrent, rely on an intimate relationship between computation and physical time. They also discovered that the speed of these machines is limited by the physical time it takes for the calculations to occur, meaning that there is no way for these machines to perform calculations faster than the time it takes for the calculations to occur.

Implications: This research suggests that the speed of computing machines is inherently limited by the physical time it takes for calculations to occur. This finding has significant implications for the design and development of future computing technologies, as it highlights the importance of understanding the relationship between computation and physical time in creating faster and more efficient machines.

Link to Article: https://arxiv.org/abs/0112020v1 Authors: arXiv ID: 0112020v1