Chapter 325: Officially Released, Yet No One Bought!

Only hardware is not enough; software is actually more important. In later generations, domestic operating systems failed to develop, precisely because the software ecosystem had already been established. If we create something entirely new, without software support, we cannot make it work.

And now, the era of personal computers has just begun; all software must be compatible with our Dragon Core, and the key software is what we have developed!

In the field of computer-aided design, we at Ha Gong Da already have professional CAD software! We also have professional EDA tool software!

"Of course, just input HGDEDA!"

"Good!" After a clatter of keyboard taps, the black screen window turned into a blue-background white-text window; this is the software design window!

"When we were working on Dragon Core, we used this software; now we have completed its porting, though there may be some bugs. When everyone uses it and encounters problems, please record them; the Computer Science Department of Ha Gong Da has a dedicated team responsible for it."

"Good." Chen Wen nodded and began researching the software.

Software porting is not simple; this means Ha Gong Da already has an advanced software compiler! Although Dragon Core computers have just started, they will have complete software support!

For now it's only for work use; later, when computers become widespread, of course there will be various computer games, and by then simple games like Contra and Super Mario will be replaced!

Now the semiconductor industry has finally gotten on track! Qin Miao is very satisfied; whoever controls the semiconductor industry controls the future!

Intel, you must be in pain now, right?

On the other side of the ocean: United States, Silicon Valley, Suoniesita Hotel, banquet hall.

Countless reporters gathered, and cameras and camcorders were all aimed at the podium.

Under the gaze of countless people, Gordon Moore walked up; he is still Intel's CEO, so this press conference is hosted by him. Geluofu sits below, in the middle seat of the first row, his eyes full of vigor.

February 1st, after their efforts, they finally welcomed the debut press conference of the 286 processor! For Intel, this chip is of great significance!

"Ladies and gentlemen, our processor has finally arrived! Compared to the previous 8086, its bus width is increased to sixteen bits, thereby greatly increasing computing power, and it will become…… one of the fastest processors of this era!"

Below, Geluofu stared in shock. "Brother, even if you feel uneasy inside, you can't soften your words; you must tell the world our processor is the best! What do you mean by 'one'?"

"Now, I will introduce its specific parameters……"

Fortunately, it seems Easterners aren't causing trouble; but if anyone at the event mentions Dragon Core, this press conference couldn't continue!

"The release of this processor formally puts our personal computers into the sixteen-bit era; computer manufacturers present can now freely purchase……"

Gordon Moore looked expectantly at the crowd, but…… no one took action.

The cameras kept rolling, and Gordon Moore on stage grew increasingly embarrassed; finally he couldn't hold back: "Thomas, you IBM, are the leaders of the computer industry; now computers have entered the era of miniaturization, and microcomputers will become the future, you……"

Thomas shook his head: "Sorry, we IBM currently have no plan to purchase the 286 processor."

Moore grew even more embarrassed, and so…… Geluofu strode onto the stage.

"Ladies and gentlemen, we Intel are the hope of the American semiconductor industry! To develop the 286 processor, we spared no effort; please believe me, our 286 processor is absolutely your best choice! Moreover, its price is only $499, absolutely your best choice!"

Intel desperately needs money, and furthermore the 286 processor's performance is far superior to that of the previous 8086, so they only proposed a price of one hundred dollars, which is absolutely the most conscientious!

But…… no one downstairs responded either; the enthusiastic purchasing scene did not appear, and even Western computer manufacturers…… were actually just watching!

Geluofu's heart turned half cold, but he still used his unique accent to fluently describe the advantages of the 286 processor.

Finally, the press conference ended.

Geluofu felt utterly exhausted, sitting in the car returning, he still wore a doubtful expression: "Who can tell me what's going on? They didn't buy Dragon Core, so our 286 is the only option; could they be waiting for AMD's imitation?"

"Mr. Geluofu, tomorrow Nintendo's new game console will officially go on sale, so……"

"So, are these computer-making companies all waiting for a game console?" Geluofu gritted his teeth: "What are they thinking? Are their heads full of water?"

"This new game console uses Dragon Core chips, so they are all looking at its performance; if……"

If the game console's performance is strong, then these manufacturers might choose Nintendo's game console!

"Go to the airport right away; I want to go to the island country to see Nintendo's game console, to see what wonderful performance it will have!"

By rights, the worry should be about Atari when Nintendo releases a game console, but…… Intel is anxious!

When Geluofu arrived at the airport, he saw many acquaintances: Thomas from IBM, Packard from HP, and even…… Jobs from Apple.

These people were gathered together, still talking about something, but when they saw Geluofu approaching, they hastily fell silent.

"Hey, old friends, how are you? Where are you going?"

"The island country, Tokyo…… we…… are going on a trip."

"Really? That's quite a coincidence; I'm also going to the island country Tokyo for a trip, let's go together, so the journey won't be lonely."

Along the way, Geluofu talked nonstop about the significance of Intel to Silicon Valley and to American high tech, telling them that not supporting Intel would eventually lead to regret; in response to his remarks, everyone outwardly agreed, but actually……

As long as Geluofu asked them to place orders, they would perfunctorily agree; within an hour of takeoff, they all fell fast asleep.

Looking at these people, Geluofu's heart sank again; if sales of the 286 processor slump, Intel will face a huge crisis! The massive R&D costs have gone down the drain, the company's funding chain could break at any moment, let alone needing to develop the 386 next—how could we develop without money?

Hmph, after going to the island country, they should just give up; what's so great about a game console, what performance advantage could it possibly show?