Chapter 222 Press Conference Counterattack (First Update)
Who wants Microsoft to cancel its cooperation with IBM? Li Zetian didn't want to, but since IBM wanted to make such a decision, he had no choice but to stop developing the computer industry.
Today, Apple, Intel, Sun Microsystems, Microsoft, and Oracle are all competing with IBM.
IBM hates Li Zetian and regards him as its biggest enemy, which is very normal.
However, today's Microsoft is not the Microsoft of the previous life. First of all, it has taken the lead in operating systems. There are also two killer softwares, Excel and Word. If Excel, Word and operating systems are bundled, what can IBM do? Are users willing to accept IBM's operating system, or are they more willing to accept Microsoft's operating system?
What's more, Microsoft doesn't fight alone! Don't forget who is standing behind it! ! !
Li Zetian's influence in the American computer industry is not inferior to that of IBM.
His legendary experience has given many computer manufacturers full confidence in him. If he wants to go against IBM, there will definitely be a large number of people supporting him! This is a no-brainer.
After Li Zetian hung up the phone, he looked at the blue sky and white clouds outside the window with his deep whirlpool-like eyes. With a trace of sarcasm on his lips, he said in a light tone: "IBM thinks it is awesome, right? Let's have a good competition." Fan, I will defeat you openly and completely this time!!!"
After years of accumulation, Li Zetian has the confidence to say this!
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At this time, the news that IBM had canceled its cooperation with Microsoft caused a huge sensation in the outside world, and many companies were at a loss. In the past, because Microsoft and IBM cooperated, they developed third-party software on Microsoft's operating system. Now, I don't know how to choose. Although IBM is still the leader in the computer industry, Microsoft is the monopoly of operating systems...
Some senior computer experts believe: "IBM created Microsoft today, and it can also destroy Microsoft!"
"Given IBM's position in the industry, a new operating system will soon replace Microsoft's operating system!"
"Microsoft is about to be betrayed, and third-party software developers are leaving it one after another!"
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Among them, there are many hackers hired by IBM!
Subsequently, many companies said they would no longer develop software for Microsoft.
Major media outlets have also begun to speak ill of Microsoft.
The Wall Street Journal reported: "The relationship between IBM and Microsoft has broken down, which will have a huge negative impact on Microsoft!"
"The New York Times": "Microsoft's situation is not optimistic!"
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"I am not the one who is passively beaten. Since I want to fight, I will strike first!" Li Zetian immediately decided to let Microsoft hold a product launch conference in advance to launch an attack on IBM and launch the Windows 1.0 operating system globally on Christmas Day.
On December 15, Microsoft's press conference was held grandly at the Los Angeles Coliseum. In addition to the media, large computer manufacturers and third-party software developers were present. For example, computers include HP, Compaq, DEC, Apple, Commodore, etc. Software Developers include Oracle, Flamingo, SAP, Adobe, etc., but IBM was not invited.
Such a grand press conference is naturally indispensable for Li Zetian, who will personally attend this press conference!
Around 8 o'clock in the evening, almost all the media reporters and guests arrived.
The stage lit up and the press conference officially began.
Li Zetian, wearing a black suit, slowly walked onto the stage.
"Hello everyone, welcome to Microsoft's product launch conference!"
Li Zetian bowed slightly to show his welcome, and then continued: "Everyone must know that a few days ago, IBM announced the cancellation of cooperation with Microsoft! It caused an uproar! In fact, in my opinion, IBM made a big mistake wrong!
Microsoft's operating system has always been popular among users and has a very high market share. Users are already accustomed to Microsoft's operating system. If they are asked to switch to another operating system, they will definitely not be used to it, and they will not like it.
If IBM does not use Microsoft's operating system, its computer sales will definitely drop sharply!
The same is true for other computer manufacturers! "
Li Zetian paused and gave everyone a moment to think.
After a few seconds, he continued: "Microsoft's new system Windows 1.0 window operating system has a graphical operating interface. Users can use the mouse to operate. It is easy to understand and easy to use, even if they don't know any computer knowledge. People will also use it!
The Windows 1.0 operating system is developed based on the Microsoft-DOS operating system and is therefore compatible with software on Microsoft-DOS. This is undoubtedly very popular for computer users! Because the software they purchased previously can also run on Windows 1.0, thus saving money.
If computer manufacturers use other companies' operating systems, and users have to spend money to repurchase the software, or there is no software available at all, will they still be willing to buy computers with this operating system installed?
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The third-party computer manufacturers couldn't help but nod their heads, thinking that what Li Zetian said made sense.
Li Zetian then continued: "For third-party software developers, if they develop software for a new operating system, it will undoubtedly increase additional R\u0026D expenditures, and they may be unable to make ends meet, and may even suffer from using the company's R\u0026D resources on It was used where it shouldn't be used, and as a result, it was overtaken by its competitors. It gained the sesame seeds but lost the watermelons.
The truth is actually very simple. The two companies were originally evenly matched, but Company A was distracted and wanted to make money on both operating systems, while Company B mobilized all resources to develop software only on Microsoft's operating system. Needless to say, Everyone also understands that in the end, Company B will definitely steal Company A's market share in the Microsoft operating system. By the time Company A reacted, it was already too late. However, its sales on another operating system were not satisfactory, and the company eventually went bankrupt!
Therefore, I suggest those third-party software developers not to lose sight of one thing or the other. You already have a huge market share in Microsoft's operating system. If you give up, your competitors will definitely laugh happily! ! ! "
Li Zetian paused and then said: "What is the most important thing about a personal computer? There is no doubt that the first is the operating system, in which Microsoft is the well-deserved industry leader; the second is the microprocessor, where Intel is It is also No. 1 in the industry!
Microsoft and Intel have been working closely together. Only Microsoft's operating system can be fully compatible with Intel's processors and maximize performance, while other operating systems cannot be guaranteed!
The competition in the personal computer market is very fierce and cruel. If your computer runs slower than other computers, or the operating system always has errors, then your computer will not be sold. Using Intel processors and Microsoft operating systems ensures that your computer is more powerful than other computers!
As for how you choose, I don’t need to say more!
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"In view of the fact that IBM has canceled its cooperation with Microsoft, Microsoft has also canceled its cooperation with IBM! The new generation of Excel and Word software will no longer be compatible with IBM's operating system!!!"
As soon as the words fell, everyone couldn't help but burst into an uproar!
"Without Excel and Word, IBM's operating system is useless and users won't buy it at all!"
"Yes, unless IBM re-develops other spreadsheet and word processing software. But users are accustomed to using Excel and Word. They have learned to use these two software for a long time, and now they have to switch to something else. I’m afraid no one would want to learn software again!”
"Yes, even if IBM launched spreadsheet and word processing software, users would not buy it!"
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Li Zetian smiled slightly, the current Microsoft company is not the Microsoft of the previous life, and it still has to rely so much on IBM. At this time, he raised his hand and made a silent gesture.
The audience immediately became quiet.
Li Zetian then continued: "In addition, the computer games developed by Flamingo Company will not be compatible with IBM's operating system!"
As soon as the words fell, there was another uproar in the audience.
"Many families buy computers, and games are the biggest selling point. The Commodore-64 personal computer is so popular because it can support games very well! As a giant in the game industry, Flamingo Company will not get its support if it does not , computer sales will inevitably drop sharply!"
"Yes, office work and entertainment and leisure go together, so this kind of computer will sell well!"
"Microsoft's Excel and Word, Oracle's Oracle database, are all essential software for enterprises. Flamingo is a gaming and entertainment giant, plus Intel's processors. Well, no matter how I look at it, I think IBM and Chronos ·Being against the odds makes you feel like you are seeking death!!!"
"Uh, yes, I feel that way too!"
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