Reborn in Hong Kong: The Tycoon Grows Up

Since we want to connect the whole world together, what does it matter if we add an auxiliary root server in the Soviet Union? Servers can be placed in the Soviet Union, and Xiangjiang Yulin Institute of Technology will not have any problems. Moreover, the Internet requires the use of Heiyun's technology and patents, so it is indeed unreasonable not to let others play it.

Seeing President Reagan nod, Joe Douglas said: "What Mr. Watson said makes sense. Before, our situation was too small."

"Place two auxiliary root servers in Asia, one at Xiangjiang Yulin Institute of Technology, and one in Japan. As for who the Japanese want to hand over to operate the server, that is their own business."

Bao Zixuan was so excited that he jumped up when he heard that an auxiliary root server of the Internet would be placed in Yulin Institute of Technology. That is to say, Americans still don’t know much about what the Internet means. If they knew, they would definitely not agree to put the auxiliary root server in Hong Kong. This is an artifact that can control a regional network transmission and signal reception.

Having a strong say in Internet construction is by no means as simple as a auxiliary root server quota. In the future, if Southeast Asian countries want to connect to the Internet, they will have to look at Bao Zixuan's face. It is worth paying any price now, and Americans will definitely regret it in the future.

Reagan said with a smile: "Where to place the main root server must be determined today. This is related to the strategic issue of the entire country, and the overall situation must be focused."

Bao Zixuan really couldn't speak about this, and his support would make people feel disgusted. MIT might have had a chance before, but if Bao Zixuan clearly supported it, Americans would definitely not let him get his wish with their suspicion and pettiness. It's better to watch here. After getting the auxiliary root server, it doesn't matter who gets the main root server.

The main root server is related to the future pattern of computer science, and MIT and Stanford University both claim to be the world's number one computer university. Being placed in one of the schools means that the ranking has been determined; no one can give up.

MIT has an advantage in terms of historical reputation, and its science and engineering disciplines are the best in the world. Stanford has a huge campus. After all, the Stanford couple left a lot of land behind. Stanford University has developed rapidly in recent decades, and its comprehensive strength is among the best in the United States.

It can be said that both schools have their own advantages, but I really can’t say which one is more suitable.

Professor Langke, Dean of the Department of Computer Science at Stanford University, stood up and said: "As early as 1969, four major computers at the University of California, Los Angeles, Stanford University Research Institute, University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Utah were connected. This was the earliest Internet. It can be said that Stanford University is already at the forefront of the world in this regard."

"In terms of network operations, it has a natural advantage over other universities. Placing the main root server at Stanford University is the best choice. It can save a lot of preparation work and can be up and running immediately."

At that time, the host of ARPANET was also placed at Stanford University. What Professor Langke said still makes sense. Moreover, Stanford University has the largest land area in the United States and will be more convenient for future expansion.

Seeing that everyone was silent, Professor Harry Rowland knew that he would be in trouble if he didn't take a stand. He knew Bao Zixuan's difficulties and situation, and expressed his understanding for his beloved disciple's silence.

And Professor Luolan understood that when he just stood up to stand up for Bao Zixuan. MIT has already lost its main root server, but he has no regrets. Helping Bao Zixuan is out of the friendship between teachers and students, and the probability of success is very high. The main root server can only be opened 50-50 at most, and there is no guarantee of victory at all.

I know that speaking twice in a row is detrimental to my reputation, but it is not consistent with my status as the head of the Computer Science Department of MIT to not try for it.

Harry Rowland: "Stanford University's achievements in computer science are indeed obvious to all, but we cannot ignore MIT's contribution to the computer field."

"MIT has the most powerful industrial computers in the United States, and the campus network has already been established. If the main root server is placed at MIT, it will save a lot of unnecessary expenses."

Harry Rowland knew that it was a bit far-fetched, especially after he had just tried his best to win the auxiliary root server for Xiangjiang.

At this time, the scene fell into silence. Speaking at this time will definitely offend people. Both schools are difficult to deal with, so you can't afford to lose the big for the small.

Although President Reagan did not understand technology, he knew balance. Then he looked at everyone and said: "MIT and Stanford each have their own advantages, but there is only one primary root server. It can be placed in any university. The losing party can place a secondary root server."

"You are all top experts in the computer field and will hand out notes in a moment. M stands for MIT and S stands for Stanford. There are 43 people present, and everyone has a vote. The one with the most votes wins."

Reagan spoke, but no one could say anything else. This proposal is still fair. Even if it is unfair, no one will stand up to oppose it. That's a slap in the president's face. Unless you don’t want to live in the United States, you still have to show enough respect to the current president.

Secretarial staff rushed to produce the ballots as requested by the president, which required a process. You can take this time to drink some water and eat some food to relax.

The White House staff was still very efficient, and the ballots were produced in a short time. There are all kinds of equipment here, so it’s very easy to make small things.

After the ballots were distributed, everyone started voting. As for whether to choose MIT or Stanford, it’s up to you.

Bao Zixuan knew that this was very fair to MIT, but the probability of winning was still low. Many of the computer experts entering the White House today are Stanford alumni.

As expected, Stanford won 29:14. This makes Harry Rowland feel very embarrassed. Is it possible that the computer science majors of MIT and Stanford are so different?

Joe Douglas said: "Now that the main root server has been determined, MIT will automatically obtain a auxiliary root server quota."

He couldn't help but be unhappy, after all, he had a computer science background from Stanford University. The alma mater is strong, and the faces of the graduating students will be bright. And it was under his leadership that Stanford University obtained the Internet main root server. In the future, it will definitely leave a mark in the history of the school.

Seeing that everyone was silent, it was obvious that they had agreed to this resolution. Joe Douglas continued: "There are still 5 auxiliary root servers in the United States that need to be determined; we need to finalize everything today and need your opinions."

It was previously planned to have 1 auxiliary root server in Asia, 2 in Europe, and 6 auxiliary root servers in the United States. Because of the appearance of Black Cloud, Asia also got 2 places. Fortunately, Watson suggested adding an auxiliary root server, so that the United States still has a quota of 6 auxiliary root servers.

MIT received 1 auxiliary root server, which means there are still 5 more for everyone to fight for. It can be said that the real competition has only begun now, the computer network has just started, and everyone is about the same strength. I don’t want to give up, just see who can have the last laugh.

Robert Galvin stood up and said: "The University of Chicago has made outstanding achievements in the field of computing, so it is natural to get a secondary root server. At the same time, Motorola will unconditionally donate a modern computer room and related equipment, and will never let the Internet hold it back."

No one expected that Robert Calvin, who has never been very generous, would express his stance like this, and everyone must give him face. Besides, other schools don’t have this confidence. After all, they haven’t received any commitment from the company.

Reagan also smiled and said: "Since Mr. Calvin is willing to contribute to scientific research, we must give him this opportunity. We cannot let entrepreneurs feel cold. How do you feel?"

The president has said it is feasible, so who dares to object? Before Professor Leonard could react, the University of Chicago had obtained a auxiliary root server spot. This also made him admire Robert Calvin a little, and his ability to seize the opportunity was really incomparable to him.

Now there are only four spots left, and well-known universities don't want to give them up. Harvard University, California Institute of Technology, University of Pennsylvania, Yale University, Columbia University, Princeton University, Johns Hopkins University and several branches of the University of California. They are all striving for it without giving in to each other.

In the end, even Reagan had no choice but to continue to choose how to vote. However, this voting is relatively complicated. Everyone chooses four universities, and the one with the most votes still wins.

This decision made Professor Leonard a little scared, and Robert Calvin admired Bao Zixuan from the bottom of his heart. I just listened to his idea, otherwise the University of Chicago might not be able to get the auxiliary root server spot. None of the colleges and universities that participated in the voting were fuel-efficient.