Reborn Tokyo Golden Age

IBM will conduct design checks on Hitachi mainframes and personal computer minicomputers.

The so-called inspection means that all models of Hitachi will be approved by IBM before they go on the market in the future.

Leaving aside the discriminatory and insulting nature of such an inspection, it was done by Hitachi itself.

However, such inspections include both hardware and software, from chip architecture, motherboard design, component layout, to the underlying code of product adaptation software, all need to be reviewed by IBM.

what does that mean? This means that all Hitachi's core secrets must be opened to IBM.

If that's the case, there are no commercial secrets at all, and the technology at the bottom of the box will be understood by the other party.

Now Fujitsu said here that IBM may also do such an operation on it.

If it was a Fujitsu compatible machine, then Bai Chuanfeng had nothing to do with it, it had nothing to do with him.

But if it's a personal computer

"Mazuka-san, do you know what it will mean if IBM does the same to Fujitsu?"

The warning expression on Bai Chuanfeng's face was unprecedentedly serious.

"Shirakawa-san, Fujitsu certainly knows what this means, but it's just a rumor at the moment.

And our high-level officials are also trying their best to mediate this matter, please don't be nervous. "

Mazuka Moriyoshi didn't know how this matter would go. After all, it had just happened, and many unknown consequences were still fermenting.

However, his consolation did not reassure Bai Chuanfeng at all, this kind of thing must not be sloppy.

"If IBM also scrutinizes Fujitsu, it will mean that Fujitsu's previous investment in mainframes has been wiped out.

Don't forget that the number one competitor of your compatible machines is IBM. Mazuka-san must also know the consequences of being informed of the technical details by the opponent. "

Mazuka Daoyi's face was a little ugly, how could he not understand this.

But this time, with the father of the United States behind IBM, we are not afraid of Hitachi and Fujitsu surrendering themselves, but the Neon government will kneel first.

If that's the case, no matter how tough Fujitsu is, it won't work unless he doesn't plan to do business in this area anymore.

As if he was afraid that Mazuka Daoyi would not know the consequences, Bai Chuanfeng analyzed the impact of this in detail for him.

"After IBM sees Fujitsu's technology, the best outcome in the future is that Fujitsu will follow IBM to pick up some remaining market share in the compatible machine business.

Even so, there is a large annual licensing fee for various technologies.

As for the worst outcome," Bai Chuanfeng glanced at Matsuka Moriyoshi, "that is, Fujitsu will never recover from a setback in information technology and will completely fall into the dust. "

Mazuka Daoyi stared with a pair of eyes, his expression seemed unwilling.

"I don't care about the rest, but if IBM wants to censor Fujitsu PCs.

Tell him that SIC is an independent chip design company with its own technology patents.

Our chip architecture focuses on the field of personal computers. If IBM wants to communicate with SIC, we welcome it! "

What nonsense censorship, these foreign devils are used to domineering. Do you really think that with the so-called espionage case, you can handle everyone?

IBM censored Hitachi, that was Hitachi's own problem. Since you have the courage to do it, you have to be prepared to be beaten if you fail.

As for IBM wanting to take this opportunity to beat other copycat manufacturers, there is nothing wrong with it.

But if you stretch your hands too long and make too many demands, it would be too arrogant.

If it dared to play SIC's idea, Bai Chuanfeng would not give him a good face.

This case is obviously a matter of the mainframe business, and if it insists on involving personal computers, I believe it will not convince the public.

However, Bai Chuanfeng believes that IBM will not make such unreasonable demands.

Because it itself is currently undergoing an antitrust investigation in the United States, and the reason is still the fault of the mainframe.

This server-type device is very closed from hardware to software.

This also meant that everything about the mainframe depended on IBM.

Everything from small data interfaces to large chips and software are IBM products, and other hardware manufacturers can't drink at all.

But it has occupied more than 70% of the mainframe market share in the world.

So in the United States, IBM was sued by its competitors and brought to court.

The reason for the complaint is monopoly, and the investigation has been going on for a long time.

This is also the reason why neon manufacturers such as Hitachi and Fujitsu have gradually eroded IBM's market in the past two years, but the other party has not counterattacked on a large scale.

If we fight back again, IBM will be the only one left in the world. Isn't that the crime of monopoly?

However, the recent Hitachi incident gave IBM a chance to breathe. Bai Chuanfeng speculated that the other party would use this incident to get the US Department of Justice to withdraw its antitrust investigation of IBM.

If IBM really has this kind of idea, it will definitely not expand the accountability for no reason, and it is the wisest choice to accept it as soon as it is good.

But Bai Chuanfeng was worried about Fujitsu's people, for fear that if their knees softened, he would kneel first.

"Mazuka-san, please understand no matter what, Fujitsu has nothing to do with this commercial espionage case!"

Bai Chuanfeng stared fixedly at Mazuka Moriyi, who was still immersed in the fantasy of being humiliated by IBM.

The latter reacted in an instant, "Yes, Fujitsu is not familiar with Hitachi and Mitsubishi, and has nothing to do with this matter."

This is a fact. After all, according to the object of group learning, Fujitsu's goal is not IBM.

As for Hitachi's show operation, Fujitsu did not participate at all here, and no matter how the case is tried, they will not be involved.

Troublesome at best, some of Fujitsu's software references IBM's designs.

If the other party wants to pursue responsibility, the worst is infringement, and the worst is to pay a sum of money.

Mazuka Daoyi, who seemed to want to understand, was slowly relieved. He was also frightened when he saw the news in the early morning.

Thinking back slowly now, it seems that things are not as serious as I thought.

"Please rest assured, Shirakawa-san, Fujitsu knows how to deal with this matter."

Mazuka Mori, whose thoughts became clearer, gradually regained his former composure.

Alas, in the future, we should do less of copying others.

Otherwise, if there is another espionage case, I might have to step on the sewing machine.

"Mazuka-san, after this incident, have you not considered the future of the computer business?"

"Huh?" Mazuka Moriyoshi, who was still considering the impact of the Hitachi spy case, looked at Bai Chuanfeng with some confusion.

What's the meaning? Will anything change in the future of the computer business?

Seeing that he didn't understand why, Bai Chuanfeng further reminded.

"Does Matsuka-san think that the mainframe business will continue to expand in the future?"

"Bai Chuan-san means that the future of the mainframe is not as optimistic as you think?"

Matsuka Moriyoshi was surprised that Bai Chuanfeng would have such a view. You must know that at this time most business clubs still use mainframes as the mainstream.

After all, mainframes have stronger computing power and can meet more data processing needs.

Moreover, for a club with a large number of people, a mainframe will be more cost-effective, and there is no problem at all if multiple people share a server.

But compared to personal computers, not to mention its poor performance, and the price is very expensive.

If you want to meet the needs of one person, then the expenditure required is even higher than that of a mainframe.

Therefore, in the current mainstream, especially in the office field, mainframes are still the absolute first choice.

Bai Chuanfeng doesn't know how much market share mainframes occupy now, but he knows the future trend.

"Mazuka-san, the mainframe business will still exist in the future.

But it will inevitably develop into a more professional field. In the future, it must be the personal computer that will truly become the mainstream of office work. "

Bai Chuanfeng's sonorous and forceful tone made Mazuka Daoyi unbelievable.

"If Bai Chuan-san has any insight, you might as well talk about it in detail."

"Convenience!" Bai Chuanfeng pointed out the biggest advantage of personal computers, "It is very difficult to move a giant like a mainframe, but personal computers do not have this problem at all.

Mazuka-san, do you believe that in the near future, personal computers can be carried out like briefcases to work anytime and anywhere. "

"Nani?" Moriyoshi Mazuka's eyes widened.

He looked at his host computer, which was still somewhat bulky, and it was hard to imagine that it would become the size of a briefcase.

In fact, it won't take long, and the world's first laptop will be born in a few years.

Even by the end of this year, Compaq will introduce the first true portable computer.

Just because its screen is too small, IBM has always refused to admit that it is the first laptop.

"But this is something for later, but Mazuka-san just needs to understand that the development of computers has always been moving towards miniaturization."

That's right, Mazuka Morichi nodded. Think about the computers of a few years ago, and then think about the computers of today, and the trend is clear at a glance.

"As for the computing power, there is no need to worry. With the advancement of technology, future personal computers will definitely be able to meet the computing power requirements required in daily work."

How high is the requirement for the processor in the real daily office? If the computers of later generations are only aimed at the office field, then the performance will already be excessive.

"Besides, how is the performance of the FM-7 computer released by your company in May?"

Hearing this question, Mazuka Moriyoshi smiled subconsciously.

"Although internal statistics have not yet come out, the shipment of FM-7 in June was at least 200,000 units."

Not only Mazuka Moriyoshi, but even Bai Chuanfeng nodded with satisfaction at this number.

The monthly shipments in June alone are higher than the sales of Fujitsu's previous generation models for a whole year.

In fact, in the first May, the sales volume of FM-7 was mediocre, only about 50,000 units.

After all, it is a processor that has never been heard of, and it is normal for consumers to have doubts.

Most of the people who buy computers these days are enthusiast-level enthusiasts, and they are relatively knowledgeable.

On the contrary, some ordinary consumers didn't think much about it, and bought it directly because of the cheap price.

The experience of FM-7 has also greatly exceeded their expectations. The silky-smooth operating feel and friendly system interface greatly facilitate people's difficulty in getting started.

So soon the word of mouth of FM-7 gradually spread, and more and more people bought it.

But the real reason for the explosion of FM-7 sales is the powerful game performance of this computer.

Yes, FM-7's performance in the game has been well received by a large group of young people.

Not to mention the "Pac-Man" game that comes with the computer, even other computer games developed on the MS-DOS system run very smoothly.

That's not true, SIC specially integrates a nuclear display, so why don't there be two brushes.

Today, most of the consumers who buy computers are young people, and games are their favorite means of entertainment.

The smooth processor, friendly system, and powerful game performance all make the sales of FM-7 go up all the way.

At present, in addition to the initial 100,000 chips, Fujitsu has added an order of 200,000 chips.

Bai Chuanfeng knew that this was by no means the end of FM-7, nor the end of SIC8089F.

In less than two months, the SIC in place brought more than 3 billion profits, making it a big money maker.

When it came to FM-7, Mazuka Doyoshi was even more convinced by Bai Chuanfeng's discussion on the future development of computers.

So, can Fujitsu make some adjustments in its future computer business?