Chapter 240 BBS

The development of artificial intelligence is a long process, and Li Zetian does not know how far it can be developed in his lifetime. In any case, if we work hard in this direction, we will definitely achieve amazing results.

In 1981, the Ministry of International Trade and Industry of RB was willing to invest US$850 million to develop artificial intelligence computers that could talk, translate languages, interpret pictures, and reason like humans.

Li Zetian cannot be compared to RB!

Although investment in cutting-edge technology is difficult to generate economic benefits in a short period of time, if you want to become an industry leader in this area, early investment is essential.

In fact, IBM had already established an artificial intelligence laboratory, and Li Zetian's actions were already very late. However, because the mid-to-late 1970s was an artificial intelligence winter, the development of artificial intelligence was relatively slow, so the Umbrella Artificial Intelligence Laboratory was fully capable of catching up with them.

Just when Li Zetian established the Umbrella Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, Apple released the iMac desk lamp-style all-in-one computer.

The computer created a huge sensation upon its release.

Because of its novel and unique design, it immediately won the love of countless users.

On the day the iMac was officially released, the door of Apple's flagship store was almost bursting open.

In the words of the editor-in-chief of Time Magazine, "That's not a computer, it's a work of art!"

Gabriel Champlin, chairman of the Association for Computing Machinery, also strongly agreed. He said: "The design of iMac is so beautiful and so cool that its design alone is enough to win the IDEA Award, the highest honor in the field of industrial design in the United States!" !!”

Currently, artificial intelligence is very popular and the media has been reporting on it. But as soon as the iMac came out, the media made headlines for it.

Many people were surprised when they saw the iMac.

"Oh my God! Apple has actually designed such a computer. It's so awesome. There is no doubt that it will become popular all over the world!!!"

“On the TV news, Apple’s flagship store was overcrowded, and almost all of them were going to buy iMacs. But I have to say, the iMac is so beautiful. Although it costs US$1,200, which is more expensive than many brands of computers, I just couldn’t help but want to buy it! Put it at home or on your desk, it will look cool no matter how you look at it!”

"I heard that the iMac lamp-style all-in-one computer was designed by Chronos Li. I think so. Who else could have designed such a computer except for a genius like him?"

"Apple has really undergone earth-shaking changes. Before Chronos·Li came back, it was almost bankrupt. Looking back now, Apple is so awesome that you can't help but have it. CD-Walkman is sweeping the Walkman market and has no rivals. Right now. , iMac computers also seem to have a monopoly on the high-end computer market! Other computer companies can only stare!"

"Haha, without Chronos Li, Apple is worthless. With him, even a piece of shit can be sold at a good price."

"..." A member of a computer hobby club was speechless.

"Hey man, don't compare it to the products designed by Chronos Li, okay? Without his genius creativity and design, Apple would have gone bankrupt! This made me suddenly think of John Davidson. Rockefeller once said clearly: 'If I were stripped penniless and dumped in the middle of the desert, as long as a camel caravan passed by - I could rebuild the entire dynasty.' Obviously, Chronos Li is also such a person, and he rebuilt Apple. Corporate business dynasty!!!”

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"The newspapers are praising you, why are you so calm?" Yu Jingqiu said with a smile.

Li Zetian was currently working on development in the laboratory in the basement of his home. He raised his head and looked at Yu Jingqiu and said with a smile: "Don't you know, I'm used to it. By the way, the optical fiber at home has been laid and can connect to the world. There are more than 100 famous schools, BBS is very interesting, you can go and experience it."

"What is BBS?" Yu Jingqiu asked confused.

"The full name is the Electronic Bulletin Board System. Information can be posted on it through ARPANET for people to browse! The earliest BBS system was developed in Chicago, USA in 1978. After several improvements, in 1983, it was exchanged for interested members at the American Computer Society With the joint efforts of the people, the first version of the BBS system for personal computers was finally completed. Since the source program of this BBS system is all open to the public, almost all schools and research institutions are using this BBS system."

"In other words, I can exchange information with my fellow students at Harvard University through the BBS!" Yu Jingqiu said with great interest.

"Yes!" Li Zetian nodded.

Yu Jingqiu's curiosity was aroused, and she immediately entered the BBS system of Harvard University under the guidance of Li Zetian. After looking at the information above, many of them were related to Li Zetian.

“Chronos Li has designed another awesome product!!!”

"With iMac computers, Apple is bound to regain its dominance in personal computers!"

“On the pros and cons of dropping out of school and starting a business!!”

“Who is Harvard’s most successful student of all time?”

"Imagine the future of artificial intelligence!"

"..."

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"Wow, it's so lively on BBS!" Yu Jingqiu said in surprise.

How much information is this called lively?

Li Zetian shook his head, smiled, and said nothing.

Yu Jingqiu said: "BBS is really a great invention. With it, people from all over the world can communicate through it!"

Li Zetian smiled and said: "BBS is indeed good, but with the popularization of the Internet and the emergence of new technologies, BBS will be replaced by other things sooner or later. In the future, we will be able to know the world's affairs through the Internet while sitting at home! You play, I'll go Doing research."

"OK."

Yu Jingqiu, who was bored at home, was already full of interest in BBS.

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A week after the iMac was sold, Jobs called Li Zetian to report on the sales.

"Mr. Li, iMac computers are so popular. In this week alone, we sold 50,000 units!!! At the same time, a large number of people poured into the flagship store, which also greatly promoted Apple-ll and CD-Walkman promotion of……"

The Walkman cassette player has been discontinued, and Apple-ll personal computers are still sold as low-end machines with slightly upgraded hardware. Apple-ll is a classic computer that is still a best-seller today.

When Li Zetian heard this, his face lit up with joy, he said a few more words, and then ended the call. He is very satisfied with the sales of iMac.

"The development of personal computers in this era is really rapid. The number of personal computer users is probably at least one million more than in the previous life..." Li Zetian murmured. Although there is no statistics, it can be estimated from Apple's own sales. A rough estimate, one million is definitely just the most conservative number.

Due to the rapid development of office software such as Word, Excel, and Oracle and computer games, the demand for personal computers has surged. In addition, major companies have entered the personal computer market one after another, and together they have expanded the personal computer market, and its development momentum has far exceeded Li Zetian's imagination.

"There are many personal computer users in the United States. Now, Galaxy Network Company has developed the "Galaxy Router". If we build an Internet backbone network and provide dial-up Internet services, it should be very profitable!"