Could we theoretically use photons instead of electrons in a processor?

Subject: Could we theoretically use photons instead of electrons in a processor?

Date: Thu Aug 14 23:43:59 2003
Posted by Daniel
Grade level: grad (non-science) School: santa rosa JC
City: santa rosa State/Province: CA Country: USA
Area of science: Computer Science
ID: 1060922639.Cs

Message:


    I have noticed some advancement in the area of controlling light. From color changing 
paint, depending on your location and the use of optical fibers, I was wondering if it 
would be possible to implement a new type of transistor and resister for light?

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