Topological protection is a significant concept in extending the lifetime of qubits, particularly in the context of quantum computing. It involves utilizing the global properties of topology to enhance qubit stability against environmental disturbances. The discussion highlights the importance of considering the specific type of qubit, such as photonic versus superconducting transmons, as their vulnerabilities differ. Error correction remains a critical method, but additional strategies like isolation and topological protection are gaining attention in the field. Overall, exploring these methods could lead to more robust qubit performance in quantum computing applications.