physical characteristics between atoms to spook Einstein Scientists take step toward quantum computers In a step toward making ultra-powerful computers, scientists have transferred physical characteristics between atoms by using a phenomenon so bizarre that even Albert Einstein called it spooky. <A HREF="http://www.cnn.com/2004/TECH/06/16/communicating.atoms.ap/index.html" target="_blank">http://www.cnn.com/2004/TECH/06/16/communicating.atoms.ap/index.html</A>