This article may be too technical for most readers to understand.(July 2021) |
Y.3800 is an ITU-T Recommendation (computer standard) with the long name "Overview on networks supporting quantum key distribution", that gives an overview of networks supporting quantum key distribution (QKD) cryptographic protocols.[1]
Overview on networks supporting quantum key distribution | |
Status | In force |
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Latest version | 1.1 July 2020 |
Organization | ITU-T |
Domain | telecommunication |
License | Freely available |
Website | https://www.itu.int/rec/T-REC-Y.3800/ |
The standard provides support for the design, deployment, operation and maintenance for the implementation of QKD networks (QKDNs), in terms of standardized technologies.[2] It extends existing point-to-point system, and allows for QKD networks.
The relevant network aspects of conceptual structure, layered model and basic functions are within the scope of the Recommendation to support its implementation.[3][4]
As of September 2020, Y.3800 as well as the related Y.3801 is the basis of QKD trials being conducted by Verizon between their 5G lab in Virginia and Washington D.C.[5]
Corrigendum 1
editCorrigendum 1 transforms 'IT-secure keys' into 'secure keys' and makes the location of a security demarcation boundary unspecified.
References
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- ^ "Y.3800: Overview on networks supporting quantum key distribution". www.itu.int. Archived from the original on 2021-06-21. Retrieved 2021-06-21.
- ^ Weissberger, Alan (2020-04-26). "New ITU-T SG13 Recommendations related to IMT 2020 and Quantum Key Distribution". Technology Blog. Archived from the original on 2021-06-21. Retrieved 2021-06-21.
- ^ Qin, Hao (2020-08-12). "Standardization of quantum cryptography in ITU-T and ISO/IEC" (PDF). Qcrypt. Archived (PDF) from the original on 2021-06-22. Retrieved 2021-06-22.
- ^ Weissberger, Alan (2020-09-04). "Verizon Trials Quantum Key Distribution for Encryption over Fiber Optic Links". Technology Blog. Archived from the original on 2021-06-28. Retrieved 2021-06-28.