Capítulo 756: Chapter 246: Hard to Say Who Profited More (Part 2)

After all, the vast majority of personal computers are running Windows.

If Microsoft had shown a bit of ambition back then, releasing the WP phone products above the passing line, and then creating a closed-loop ecosystem with personal PC systems, phone sales wouldn’t have been so poor that they ended up sitting at the same table as ‘other’.

Giving away the enormous profits of search engines to Google was something beyond Qiao Yu’s comprehension.

And the much-hyped Metaverse at the time has now disappeared without a trace of impact.

As for cloud computing, which can thrive as long as there’s investment, being the world’s second-largest doesn’t seem to be something particularly boastful.

Even becoming the largest gaming company relied entirely on acquisitions. Bungie, Zenimax Media, Blizzard…

Hence, Qiao Yu can understand people praising Apple, Google, or even Intel and NVIDIA on the internet. But such frenzied praise for Microsoft really made Qiao Yu somewhat uneasy.

A company whose heyday has passed, continuing on a downward spiral, yet still being praised so relentlessly.

And leading the future of quantum computing…

Qiao Yu even doubted whether Microsoft itself had any future. After all, Windows still holds the majority market share, largely due to patent barriers and user habits.

In short, the more Qiao Yu looked at it, the angrier he got. He stood up, intending to go downstairs for a look.

Uncle Zheng had promised to give him an answer by tonight, but it was already eleven at night with no news. He needed a statement.

Just as he put on his coat and walked to the door, he heard a knock. Qiao Yu opened the door to experience what it meant by “speak of Cao Cao, and Cao Cao arrives.”

Zheng Xiweng showed up, accompanied by an older man who appeared to be in his fifties, wearing glasses, and carrying a briefcase.

“Uncle Zheng, I was just about to come find you. And this is?”

“Oh, let me introduce you. This is Zhang Xiaotian, Manager Zhang, of Huaxia Chenlong Super Cloud Computing Company. Manager Zhang, this is Qiao Yu, no need for further introduction, a mathematics genius.”

Zheng Xiweng introduced.

Upon hearing this title, Qiao Yu immediately warmed up.

“Manager Zhang, hello, I’ve often heard my mentor mention you. My instructor admires you greatly and often says I should learn from you! Please come in.”

There are many unlisted companies in Huaxia, not well-known by name, but immensely resourceful.

For instance, Qiao Yu had also heard about Chenlong Super Cloud from his mentor. Years ago, Huaxia Science Academy and Beijing had jointly constructed a super cloud computing center, which led to the establishment of this company for operations.

Of course, it’s normal for the general public to be unaware. This company primarily operates for enterprises and major research institutes, and naturally collaborates frequently with universities like Yanbei and Huaqing.

But Tian Yanzhen only mentioned such a company to Qiao Yu, without specifically telling Qiao Yu who the general manager was.

“Oh, Academician Tian knows me?” Manager Zhang seemed quite surprised.

“Haha, saying that, Manager Zhang, is far too modest of you. Chenlong Super Cloud has greatly assisted us at Yanbei University. How could my mentor not know you?

Especially with your cloud-based research environment that supports free trial calculations for departments, many of my senior classmates have become your members because of this! They always speak highly of Chenlong Super Cloud during meals, praising your excellent service.

Instructor Tian always says that the good service of Chenlong Super Cloud is all thanks to Manager Zhang’s excellent management. Although I couldn’t chime in at the time, I remembered it. Finally meeting you today, if I ever start a company, I surely must learn from you.”

Qiao Yu lied without batting an eye.

Standing behind Zhang Xiaotian, Zheng Xiweng couldn’t help but roll his eyes.

He was becoming more impressed with Qiao Yu.

To fabricate lies so naturally, effortlessly, with the title of the youngest Fields Medal winner in history, even if people knew he was doing it deliberately, they’d likely feel comfortable in their hearts.

If this guy didn’t constantly think about competing with others, just with this lively tongue, it would be quite hard for him to offend anyone.

“Dr. Qiao, you’re far too kind. I’m unworthy, unworthy.”

“Haha, don’t be so gracious, Manager Zhang. I’m sorry, this is just a temporary abode, so it’s a bit simple, please have a seat.”

“It is indeed simple, but a modest house, presenting my humble virtue, is where we genuinely need to learn from you. Who could have thought that Dr. Qiao, returning gloriously after winning the Fields Medal, would live so humbly. It’s a blessing for Huaxia.”

Zhang Xiaotian replied.

This statement made Qiao Yu feel a bit embarrassed.

In fact, after receiving the Fields Medal, Tian Yan Zhen and Qiao Yu had discussed the housing issue.

The conclusion was to temporarily stay in this place during the PhD period. After officially joining the Yanbei International Mathematics Center, the housing problem would be resolved as a specially recruited talent.

Then a better housing source could be secured. Starting with a large flat, if Qiao Yu wanted, a villa with a yard wouldn’t be out of the question either.

“Haha, you flatter me, Manager Zhang. By the way, you must have a conclusion about my application, right?”

“Uh…”

Zhang Xiaotian first looked at Zheng Xiweng, and seeing he remained silent, began to answer, “The situation is like this: I’m not quite clear about your specific use of supercomputers.

But you know that the Huaxia Science Academy is one of Chenlong Super Cloud’s major shareholders. I also received a notification to fully cooperate with your upcoming project.

Therefore, I specially came over to record all your requirements. Our engineers are preparing. You submit your demands, and we will fully supply computational power.”

After hearing this, Qiao Yu also looked at Zheng Xiweng, realizing something, he said, “Manager Zhang, you mean, you’re only responsible for providing computing power, and whatever I do has nothing to do with you, right?”

Zhang Xiaotian smiled, looking at Qiao Yu appreciatively, and said, “That’s roughly the idea.”

After he finished speaking, Manager Zhang casually picked up the briefcase he had been carrying and pulled out a contract to hand over.

“Dr. Qiao, this is the emergency draft contract that the Science Academy notified us to prepare, why not take a look first.”

Qiao Yu took the contract and understood why it took so long for Zheng Xiweng to get back to him.

First, they had to discuss whether supporting this matter was possible, involving experts from the Academy in decision-making. Then, they had to negotiate the support methods, and after confirming, draft a contract with the computational supply company…

Honestly, for Manager Zhang to come over by eleven, Qiao Yu thought this efficiency was indeed remarkable on a global scale.

Qiao Yu then composed himself and carefully read through the contract.

Okay, the Huaxia Science Academy didn’t intend to impose demands on him, and the contract didn’t state a specific amount; it’s simply a long-term technical cooperation contract.

Simply put, Chenlong Super Cloud will provide long-term supercomputing services for Qiao Yu’s project team.

The price Qiao Yu has to pay is to provide software and computational upgrades to Chenlong Super Cloud once his project team yields relevant results. New technology testing can also be conducted at Chenlong Super Cloud.

To ease Qiao Yu’s concerns, the contract specifically stipulates that the related new technologies provided by Qiao Yu are for Chenlong Super Cloud’s exclusive server use, the company having only usage rights, without benefiting from any income derived from new technology intellectual property. Naturally, they also do not need to pay extra for these new technologies.

To facilitate understanding, the entire contract is written very concisely, avoiding excessive legal jargon.

After reviewing the contract, Qiao Yu quickly weighed it in his mind, then nodded.

He may not necessarily profit, but surely won’t lose out.

“I think it’s satisfactory. Shall we go with this contract?”

“Are you sure? Then we’ll sign the contract now?”

“Yes, let’s sign it quickly. By the way, will your engineers be able to work overnight today?”

“Rest assured, Dr. Qiao, not just today; the computing institute will prepare a 24-hour team for you, ready at a moment’s notice!”