Reborn in Hong Kong: The Tycoon Grows Up

Although little Watson is from the second generation of rich people, his abilities are not weak. I also experienced various experiences when I was young. If the U.S. Department of Commerce had not conducted an antitrust investigation of IBM for more than ten years, IBM would have achieved more than that.

Bao Zixuan's offer of such generous conditions must be because of IBM. Otherwise, with how shrewd this kid is, how could he give up so many benefits.

Little Watson said with a smile: "We are all businessmen. We don't talk secretly. It's better to put things on the table."

In fact, the richest man Bao was also very anxious. President Reagan would definitely call everyone for a meeting. There really isn't much time left for him. Little Watson still has to pass this level, otherwise the auxiliary root server may really miss Hong Kong.

Bao Zixuan: "The upgrade of ARPANET requires a main root server and several auxiliary root servers. Xiangjiang Yulin Institute of Technology wants to get a auxiliary root server. I would like to ask Mr. Watson for convenience in this regard. As long as the matter is completed, I will Grateful."

It turned out that he wanted to get a secondary root server. No wonder he was so polite when he saw me. Bao Zixuan is an absolute authority in the computer field. He is so optimistic about ARPAnet upgrade; he is even willing to pay such a high price to get a auxiliary root server spot. It seems that IBM needs to pay attention to ARPANET, at least not to show the kind of attitude that it has nothing to do with itself.

Watson Jr. smiled and said: "Whatever it is, IBM will not stand in the way. You can rest assured on this. As for other companies, Mr. Xiaobao needs to coordinate it himself."

He just said that he would not obstruct it and did not promise anything else. IBM doesn't suffer, no matter how you look at it.

After Watson and Bao reached an agreement, President Reagan began to convene meetings with scholars and entrepreneurs who came to the White House.

In order to reflect the importance and respect for technical talents, this White House meeting was actually chaired by Joe Douglas. After all, this is not the Association for Computing Machinery; having the president of the Association for Computing Machinery chair a meeting in the White House is a bit overbearing.

On the surface, the ARPANET upgrade was an internal matter within the computer industry, but at the same time, Reagan was taking the lead. In order to show that the country attaches great importance to this matter, all experts, scholars and business representatives were invited to the White House. This may also be a cake-sharing meeting, depending on how much each person can get.

The Soviet Union's influence was growing. If Reagan wanted to increase the influence of the United States, he had to come up with something different. The ARPANET upgrade is a good gimmick. According to estimates by experts and think tanks, the United States can lead the entire world through computer networks and let other countries see how great the United States is.

Heiyun Group and Bao Zixuan were not originally on the invitation list, but they wanted to spread computer networks around the world. It wouldn't be possible without the participation of Heiyun Group, at least not at this time.

Americans have no shortage of large industrial computers, and IBM can solve all problems. However, the technology patents for optical fiber transmission and multi-protocol routing are all in the hands of Heiyun Group. How can a network be formed without linking these computers.

After receiving President Reagan's signal, Joe Douglas stood up and said: "I'm inviting you here this time just to hear your opinions. Your Excellency the President hopes that ARPANET can be upgraded to cover more countries and regions. Let the world's connections change." The ultimate goal is to connect the entire world together through computer networks.”

"I was a little worried before, but fortunately after the efforts of everyone here, there are no technical problems anymore. The development of the computer field is beyond everyone's imagination."

"The upgraded ARPANET is named 'Internet' and consists of a main root server and 9 auxiliary root servers. Whether to increase the number in the future depends on the computing speed and user volume."

"The main root server must be placed in the United States. As for the 9 auxiliary root servers, it is planned to place 1 in Asia and 2 in Europe, of which the United Kingdom should have a quota; the other 6 auxiliary root servers are temporarily placed in the United States to suit the situation of each country. Decide whether to move.”

Put a server in the UK and no one will have a problem with it. After all, everyone knows what the relationship between the United States and Britain is. Now we are mainly fighting for another spot in Asia and Europe.

Seeing everyone listening, Joe Douglas continued: "The Asian assistant quota is planned to be placed in Japan. Do you have any opinions or different opinions on this?"

This clearly sets the tone and lets everyone understand what the White House and the Computer Society mean. Bao Zixuan's little moves below could not escape Reagan's eyes. This was the White House after all; it was normal for his words and deeds to be monitored.

It is clear that the Asian auxiliary root server quota will be given to Japan, but most people still have different expressions. Black Cloud will inevitably occupy an important position in the upgrade process of ARPANET. Isn’t it a bit excessive to just not play with others now?

Others can tolerate it, but Harry Roland, as Bao Zixuan's mentor, will definitely not watch his students being bullied and remain indifferent.

Harry Rowland: "Your Excellency, President, and professors, the original intention of upgrading ARPANET to the Internet is to closely link the world together. But where the link equipment needs to come from, currently only Heiyun Group can produce it."

"And what the Internet will look like is still unknown. It needs constant verification and large-scale investment. Xiangjiang Yulin Institute of Technology has already established an on-campus network, which can be said to have started earlier than any other university."

"We have rich experience in computer networks. If such an important school is excluded, it will be very detrimental to the early development of the Internet. After all, everything is still in the exploratory stage at this time."

"The Asian auxiliary root server should be placed in Xiangjiang Yulin Institute of Technology, which will greatly promote the development of the Internet. At the same time, multi-protocol routers and optical fiber transmission can also be better applied, which will benefit the development of the Internet without any harm."

Bao Zixuan was very moved when he heard this. At the critical moment, the teacher supported him. Although Harry Rowland is only the chairman of the Department of Computer Science at MIT, he represents authority. In addition, it is better to have someone help to come forward than to go into battle naked.

Not taking Bao Zixuan to play would be unjustifiable. Now that Harry Rowland has come forward again, no one else will say much.

Seeing someone coming out to object, Joe Douglas also knew to bring Bao Zixuan with him. It was Reagan's intention to give the Asian auxiliary root server quota to Japan, and he could not refuse it directly.

Gordon Moore knows he needs to show something, and now is a good time to earn a favor.

Gordon Moore: "What Professor Rowland said makes sense. I am very unfamiliar with everything about the Internet now. Mr. Bao Zixuan has a deep understanding of computers, whether in the field of large-scale industrial computers, multi-protocol routing, and optical fiber transmission." He has made outstanding contributions in all aspects. If the Asian auxiliary root server cannot be placed at Yulin Institute of Technology, it will be a loss for the entire Internet."

Seeing that even Old Moore had expressed his stance, Robert Calvin quickly glanced at Professor Leonard, the chairman of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Chicago. The meaning is obvious, you cannot let others take advantage at this time.

Professor Leonard: "I have carefully studied the campus network of Yulin Institute of Technology, and it can be said that it already has the prototype of the Internet. Many combinations and settings have important definitions for the development of the Internet, and such universities must not be excluded."

Unexpectedly, Robert Calvin would convince the University of Chicago to help him. It seems that this old boy is very capable. Knowing that there are many shortcomings in technology makes professional comments more practical.

Japan and the United States are allies, and Hong Kong is returning to China. Whoever sits in the presidential position will give priority to Japan. This is a political issue. If you can't speak with technology, everything is in vain.

At this time, Reagan also had a headache and had already given a hint to Japan. Now that the quota has to be given to Xiangjiang, how to explain it to Japan has become a problem.

As the President of the United States, it doesn't matter if you don't explain things, but it's always a bit embarrassing to break someone's trust.

Little Watson also received a lot of benefits. He was good at observing people's emotions and noticed that Reagan was in trouble. So he said: "Asia has the largest population in the world, and the purpose of developing the Internet is to connect the entire world."

"You can definitely put two auxiliary root servers there, one in Japan and one in Xiangjiang Yulin Institute of Technology."

Seeing everyone looking at him, Watson knew that he would offend some American universities. After all, if you put one more in Asia, you will have to put one less in the United States.

Little Watson would not make such a stupid mistake. After taking a look at everyone, he continued: "You can add one more auxiliary root server. If conditions permit, it is not impossible to add one to the Soviet Union."

"As long as the main root server is in the United States, and the chips and hosts are produced in the United States, then what does it matter?"

Hearing this, everyone suddenly became enlightened. Little Watson still had a big picture, and President Reagan was very satisfied with his proposal.