On the maximal quantity of processed information in the physical eschatological context

An estimate of the maximal computing power available to advanced extraterrestrial or future (post)human civilizations is presented. It is shown that the fundamental thermodynamical considerations may lead to a quantitative estimate of the largest quantity of information to be processed by conceivabl...

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Main Authors: Ćirković M.M., Radujkov M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Astronomical Observatory, Department of Astronomy, Belgrade 2001-01-01
Series:Serbian Astronomical Journal
Online Access:http://www.doiserbia.nb.rs/img/doi/1450-698X/2001/1450-698X0163053C.pdf