Chapter 296: The Clique of IBM

Although the contact time is not long, Tang Huan has seen another style of elite class and privilege consciousness from Yuri Brezhnev.

But everything remains the same, and the key to dealing with each other is ultimately the consensus of interests and the establishment of personal friendship. It is not difficult for Tang Huan to achieve the level of long-sleeved dancing.

Fluent in Russian, bold Volga drinker, sophisticated social skills, quick thinking, billionaire status...

As the saying goes, meeting is worse than being famous, and Yuri Brezhnev has seen too many surprises at Tang Huan's place.

Based on the language barrier alone, he has reason to believe that if he wins over this energetic young man with a complicated background, the Soviet Union will have another friend with a friendly attitude in the international arena.

As the dinner progressed, the tacit understanding between the two parties became more and more obvious, and the conversation became more casual.

For example, Yuri Brezhnev brought up the thing that was not easy to open his mouth during the day while drunk, "Don, we have developed our own model by imitating the generation of Fangyuan computer. Logically speaking, it should be well compatible. Zheru software, but why the actual performance is not like this?"

"I don't know if you are talking about the normally authorized Zheru software or the unlicensed Zheru software?" Tang Huan joked.

"The former performed better, but the latter was unacceptably poor." Yuri Brezhnev deliberately skipped the word "authorization" and answered lightly.

Tang Huan nodded, "Then I will give you a formal and authoritative answer. First, the compatibility of your products is not as high as you think. Second, Zheru software uses the underlying hardware resources. , there are some special tricks, unauthorized software will definitely be modified at the binary code level in order to bypass authorization detection, and this process is very likely to destroy the normal code logic."

"Our engineers also analyzed it in the same way." Yuri Brezhnev had a look on his face as expected. "So, can Zheru software modify our products?"

"Well, it's very embarrassing." Tang Huan laughed.

Greedy little fox, Yuri Brezhnev sighed angrily after slandering, "This project consumes a lot of resources, and now it's in a situation where it's not up or down. It's hard to end."

"Since your hardware platform has been built, let's continue to develop application software." Tang Huan gave a natural suggestion.

Yuri Brezhnev made no reply.

Instead, he raised his glass and took a sip of mulled wine, some things are naturally not humane.

Although the research and development of this project compatible with the first-generation Fangyuan computer is considered successful and praised by relevant parties, the lack of application software is an indisputable fact.

Compared with the fact that the cost higher than the genuine first-generation Fangyuan computer can be simply and roughly sold through the planned economic system, this problem is more difficult.

If you want to continue to maintain competitiveness, you have to follow Zheru software's routine and invest further resources to continue research and development, but you can't make a one-shot deal like imitating hardware.

Because of the speed with which Zheru software is updated. It's a real headache, and every new version has a good enough reason to convince users to use it.

Obviously, this will be a protracted battle. Those in the Soviet Union who have earned honor or other capital have retreated, expressing openly and secretly that they should find a way to use Zheru's off-the-shelf products.

This task goes around and around. The Ministry of Foreign Trade had to come forward to solve the problem, and finally Yuri Brezhnev personally stepped in.

The eldest prince is not as good as the outside world sees. His father's health is not optimistic, especially in the past two years, the power has actually been emptied. Those who know the inside story know that the Soviet Union will soon carry out The power has changed.

Accompanying it. Naturally, it is the dimming of the aura of the first family and the disappearance of privileges.

Yuri Brezhnev, who had already had a hunch, if he didn’t want to be emptied into this fat job when he was less than 50 years old, then he had to go back with a reasonable negotiation result and keep the ** .

However, the success or failure of this project that is compatible with the first-generation Fangyuan computer has nothing to do with Yuri Brezhnev, since Tang Huan is unwilling to wipe the ass of this platform. That is justified, and it happens to focus all energy on bargaining and negotiating.

After pondering for a while, Yuri Brezhnev said slowly: "In this way, your business scope in Moscow can be expanded to include video recorders and video tapes, but you must be prepared in your heart. The content of the video tapes must be published. It was heavily censored. In addition, the matter of the movie is really difficult, I can only express my opinion, it depends on the specific situation at the time."

Seeing Yuri Brezhnev's conclusion, Tang Huan was disappointed that there was only this bit of oil to squeeze.

He had no choice but to think broadly, for the sake of future harvest, let's endure the current loss first.

Fortunately, software is a product with wonderful profit attributes. In some stages, the investment is extremely high, and in other stages, it is a huge profit, and the cost is only a floppy disk.

Zheru software is currently in the era of huge profits. In terms of global proportion, the share of the Soviet Union is limited. No matter how much it loses, the cost of Russian localization can still be recovered.

"Okay, I'll go back and revise the plan overnight, and try to get an acceptable result for both parties tomorrow." Tang Huan didn't hesitate, and made a statement on the spot, which also meant that the dinner party had entered its final stage.

...

On the second day, Yuri Brezhnev saw Tang Huan's so-called adjusted plan, and the quotation was lowered by 5% again.

Yes, such a negotiation result can be taken back with dignity, Yuri Brezhnev nodded secretly satisfied.

However, when Yuri Brezhnev glanced at an inconspicuous text, he couldn't help but be a little dumbfounded.

"Tang, I remember that after the initial purchase of database products, half a year of free service is included. Why is it now a 15-day limited inquiry?" Yuri Brezhnev pointed to this text for Tang Huan to read .

"Everyone, let's understand each other. Since we have lowered the price significantly, we naturally have to properly control the cost." Tang Huan spread his hands.

Yuri Brezhnev's lips moved, but on second thought, he held back.

Forget it, anyway, the other party has already lowered the price, and the rate has exceeded the expectations before coming here. It is enough to save face and go back and explain it. As for the shrinkage of after-sales service, let others have a headache. I don't want to fight with this cunning little fox for such trivial matters anymore.

"Actually, if you need more technical services, you can negotiate to purchase them." Tang Huan added with a smile, "If you allow me to open a Zheru software certification and training center, this service work can be done by the Soviets." It can be regarded as increasing employment opportunities.”

Obviously. After the dinner yesterday, Tang Huan didn't revise the plan overnight at all. Instead, I was thinking about how to reap some benefits.

Just like Coca-Cola vending machines, McDonald's, KFC, and Wal-Mart branches appeared all over the world in the original time and space. The training center also serves the same purpose. Didn't it just take root in the UK recently?

As long as Zheru Software Certification and Training Center opens up, and even becomes the standard for companies to hire employees, then all the people involved. All will be believers of their own products.

"Is this Zhiru software certification and training center available for technical exchanges?" After hearing this proposal, Yuri Brezhnev's eyes lit up, and he gave a look that meant "you understand".

"Sorry, I can't take some risks. Therefore, I only sell products. I don't export technology. The function of Zheru software certification and training center is just to teach users how to use our products more efficiently."

Tang Huan shook his head decisively, then laughed, "Of course, if some of your technical geniuses get any inspiration from this process, it has nothing to do with us."

Yuri Brezhnev thought for a while, and finally muttered to himself, "It seems that this Zheru software certification and training center can have..."

...

Although according to the historical development, Yuri Brezhnev's aura of grand prince will dissipate by the end of next year, but Tang Huan did not treat him slowly because of this.

To know. If these privileged elites are not overthrown, then the resources they have accumulated can always play a role without the knowledge of others.

What's more, from now on, the standard of the office will be upgraded to an affiliated subsidiary, preparations for video recorder and video tape business, construction of Zheru software certification and training center, etc., still need to be taken care of.

Therefore, after handling official business, Tang Huan took care of the entire negotiating team and comforted the other party. These are just small gifts of friendship, which are harmless, and the negotiation has officially ended, right?

Of course, Yuri Brezhnev is the focus of care.

Before saying goodbye, Yuri Brezhnev, who was in a good mood, warmly invited Tang Huan to come to Moscow sometime, and I will host you.

"I'll talk about it when I have a chance." Tang Huan nodded in agreement, but the actual thought in his heart was that unless it was time for you to hold some kind of famous world event, I would take advantage of this east wind to go, otherwise, I would still hug my woman sleep.

...

After helping Christina to deal with this matter, Tang Huan didn't stay long in Paris, and flew back to the United States, and came to Washington, because President Reagan, who had recovered from his injuries, invited him. At the same time, there was another object, Al Fred Antonucci.

As for the reason, of course it was to thank the two of them for their heroic performance at the assassination scene.

After Tang Huan saw Alfred Antenucci, the other party gave him a warm bear hug.

"Don, thank you for the first aid you gave me at the scene, otherwise I would be finished." Alfred Antonucci said gratefully.

"It's good that you're fine." Tang Huan smiled slightly and started talking with him.

Soon, Reagan received the two, while the media was present.

In fact, if ordinary people experience this accident, they will often make such a gesture of human affection afterwards. It's just that Reagan's status is special, so it's a bit like a show.

"Don, the expensive equipment worth thousands of dollars that you destroyed the pistol in the shooter's hand was taken as a file, and it will take a lot of trouble to get it back. However, I guess you, a rich man, won't care." Reagan joked , "Let me give you some small gifts to show my heart."

The so-called gifts are actually cufflinks and a medal of honor with the presidential seal.

Small objects like the presidential seal are indeed rare for ordinary people.

When the White House opens. High-quality American tourists often secretly take away items with such seals, such as toilet towels, paper towels, etc. It is said that overall, it is also a considerable expenditure.

Of course, the value of these small objects received by Tang Huan lies in their symbolic meaning.

Everyone is busy. There was no deliberate performance in front of the media. The meeting ended quickly.

Tang Huan remembered the scene of Reagan's assassination. In addition to the president being injured, three other people were killed.

Therefore, Tang Huan deliberately inquired about the relevant situation from the White House staff.

The two injured law enforcement officers are gradually recovering. Among them, Secret Service agent Timothy McCarthy is not seriously injured and is working as usual, but District of Columbia police officer Thomas Delahanty is disabled because of one arm. Had to retire early.

As for White House press secretary James Brady, who was hit in the head by the first shot, his injuries were very serious. The bullet severely damaged his head, causing him to be paralyzed for life.

Reagan continued to appoint James Brady as White House press secretary during his tenure, but in fact this was only a nominal position.

Tang Huan saw James Brady and his wife Sarah Brady, who caught fire at the city gate and affected pond fish. It was found that the other party's sequelae were really serious-slurred speech, partial paralysis, and the need to use a wheelchair.

In the original time and space, James Brady did not become silent because of this. Instead, he and his wife Sarah Brady became well-known leaders of gun control activities.

With their efforts. In 1993, Congress passed the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act.

Being able to fight against the powerful arms interest groups to such an extent, Tang Huan really admired their spirit.

"My newly built Treasure Hospital in San Francisco is about to be put into use. If it is convenient for Mr. Brady, you might as well go to the acupuncture department there for treatment. Sometimes, Western medicine is helpless, and Chinese medicine may have unexpected surprises." Tang Huan The invitation was sent out in good faith, "Of course. There is no need to pay the fee, you two don't worry."

James Brady expressed his thanks vaguely, but Sarah Brady thought more, and she asked hopefully: "Is there really a cure?"

"I can't guarantee this, I have the right to try it." Tang Huan shook his head, "Because Chinese medicine has no reliable digital samples to provide theoretical support, many scientists call it witchcraft, so I dare not make a judgment."

"Okay, let's go visit after James recovers for a while." Sarah Brady finally made the decision to try. After all, Tang Huan's status as a billionaire can give people a sense of trust.

...

After Tang Huan returned to San Francisco, he first heard an anecdote from Tang Wenmao.

DreamWorks in Xiangjiang re-edited "Shanghai Beach", the main purpose is to speed up the development of the plot, and then released an 18-episode version with English subtitles, and sent it to the Auckland TV station ktvu, which was recently bought show.

Of course, it is impossible to get prime time. After all, this is an English-language TV station, and the main audience it faces is not the Chinese group, so it can only be arranged in unpopular time slots late at night.

Unexpectedly, after hearing about the show, the local Chinese deliberately started to catch up with the show, and asked to arrange a suitable time for rebroadcasting.

As for the mainstream audience of ktvu, most of them are not disgusted with it.

Because at the beginning of filming "Shanghai Beach", in order to build word-of-mouth, it can be said that no expense was spared to achieve a viewing effect close to that of a movie. After being reduced to 18 episodes, the pace was obviously accelerated and the audience was even more thrilled.

The non-Chinese-speaking audience showed a certain interest in the novelty-seeking psychology.

In short, there are only 18 episodes anyway, so it doesn't hurt to change the taste.

"Should we set up a Chinese channel?" Tang Wenmao asked with a smile.

"It's too early, but it's not a bad idea to set up a Chinese column. You can communicate with Media Asia TV in Xiangjiang." Tang Huan's attitude is more cautious.

This incident can only be regarded as a pleasant surprise, for fun, the follow-up effect remains to be seen, Tang Huan quickly shifted his attention to the fierce battle in the personal computer market.

Now the monthly sales volume of Apple computers has reached the level of 30,000 units, and the performance of the Osborne first-generation machine, which has no background, can be called brutal. It was just released at the West Coast Computer Festival in April, and the order for that month exceeded 5,000 units. Interpretation What does it mean to eat fresh food all over the world, and the portability is so eye-catching.

At the same time, ibm-, which went on the market at the same time, sold more than 3,000 units in the first month, which was the performance when the factory's production capacity was not fully released.

And IBM's gang formation in the software field made Tang Huan even more vigilant.

Don Estridge took great care of Dan Bricklin, and specially opened a small area of ​​technical guidance for him in order to make full use of ibm-hardware performance.

Seeing this, Microsoft couldn't sit still anymore, and announced its own spreadsheet software-the research and development plan.

In addition, Don Estridge also handed over an olive branch to the emerging microcomputer database dbase, trying to make it fight against the philosopher's ebase. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation.)