Quantum key distribution offers the possibility of cryptography whose security is demonstrated by the laws of quantum physics. The first commercial systems of this technology are now available. This thesis focuses on continuous variable protocols, whose practical implementation is close to modern digital transmission techniques over optical fibers. By exploiting these techniques, we realize an experimental system for high speed continuous variable quantum key distribution.
Quantum key distribution offers the possibility of cryptography whose security is demonstrated by the laws of quantum physics. The first commercial systems of this technology are now available. This thesis focuses on continuous variable protocols, whose practical implementation is close to modern digital transmission techniques over optical fibers. By exploiting these techniques, we realize an experimental system for high speed continuous variable quantum key distribution.