Reborn in 2000 as a scholar

"Mr. Lin, you are much younger than I imagined." In the coffee house of Nanjiang Hotel, Lin Jinqi met the legendary American billionaire Mr. Bill Gates. "And compared to your age, what I can hardly imagine is your deep understanding of our operating system. As far as I know, the city you live in is not a place with developed businesses, and many people may have never touched a computer in their entire lives. .Before I met with you, I also specifically consulted the marketing personnel of our company in your country branch. According to their feedback, your country can only popularize computer education in the first-tier cities at present, while in your inland province, Generally, computer education is only available in high school, and it is only a very simple BASIC programming. Therefore, I have to wonder, Mr. Li, where did you get your computer knowledge? Although this question is impolite, I have to ask .”

"First of all, Mr. Gates, isn't your Windows program written in BASIC language? Although there are more convenient C-series languages ​​now." Lin Jinqi certainly knows what the other party's suspicion is, because all the other party's doubts are logical reasoning of. "Secondly, maybe most of us are late in contact with computers, but it doesn't mean that there are no exceptions. My father started using the Apple II computer invented by Mr. Jobs when I was in elementary school, and then my mother's work unit also started to try it. Paperless office, because I have been in touch with DOS, Windows3.1, Windows95, Windows97 and Windows98 of your company. I believe that Mr. Gates should have seen many so-called computer houses and Internet cafes on the street. Although the computers there are mainly Windows 98 is the main one, but Windows 2000 has also appeared. Of course, I regret that their operating system may not be your company's genuine version." Although he said so, Lin Jinqi knew that the reason for the proliferation of Windows piracy in China was actually The reason Microsoft condones.Because the genuine price of Windows determines its sales performance in China is doomed to be a tragedy, so Microsoft simply let pirated Windows occupy the market.The result of the proliferation of free pirated versions of Windows in China is that on the one hand, all possible local operating systems will be wiped out in the bud; on the other hand, Chinese users will only adapt to the operating software Windows.After achieving the goal, Microsoft can come to harvest leeks.

Gates was silent for a while. Although it was only two weeks, it was enough for a company like Microsoft to know Lin Jinqi's family.Lin Jinqi's father is indeed an engineer and has access to computers; although Lin Jinqi's mother is a clerical worker, she does often use computers for her work.In summary, Gates does not think that Lin Jinqi has no chance to get in touch with computers and become interested in Windows programs driven by interest. "Then Mr. Lin, I would like to know what kind of considerations are your suggestions for improving Windows 2000 based on? At the same time, what good suggestions do you have for improvement?"

"It should be said that not only Windows2000 but almost all operating systems now have such a problem, that is, they are not friendly to home users. Of course, the earliest appearance of computers was to assist scientists and engineers, so its operation has A certain threshold is understandable. However, with the development of the computer industry, computers are becoming more and more popular commodities. So what is the positioning of a personal computer? Simply put, it is a home appliance. I I feel that in contemporary society, computers should be a product that most people can easily operate, just like TVs and refrigerators.” Lin Jinqi took advantage of his foresight and began to fool Bill Gates. "But the problem is that the operating system is still not friendly enough, and the functions included with the system cannot meet the needs of home users. Simply put, why do I need to buy a TV and VCR after buying a computer? Why can't I use a computer to watch TV or What about watching videos? Even, why can’t computers replace the functions of telephones? That’s why I think the subsequent versions of Windows 2000 should develop like this.”

Lin Jinqi's rhetoric is too common for people of later generations, but for people today, Lin Jinqi's rhetoric is still very shocking.Many people still hold the idea that a computer is a high-end scientific device, and few people think that a computer will become a household appliance like a TV.Although Bill Gates also had such an idea, it was not as systematic as Lin Jinqi said.After listening to Lin Jinqi's statement, Bill Gates said: "Mr. Lin, I would like to ask, are you interested in working for Microsoft?"

"Does the United States allow minors under the age of 16 to work? Is this considered child labor?" Lin Jinqi asked with a smile.

Hearing what Lin Jinqi said, Bill Gates also laughed, but he still said: "Of course, I can't hire you legally, but you can become our consultant first. In addition to paying you the salary of the consultant, I can also guarantee you to study in the United States. Microsoft can pay for all your study and living expenses during your study in the United States. This is also the guarantee and expenses for your parents to go to the United States. You only need to ensure that you come to us after graduation Just work for Microsoft."

"Mr. Gates, the terms you offer are indeed hard to refuse, but I have to regret to say that although I love computers, my ambition is not in your company. So, I'm sorry." Lin Jinqi declined.

"Really? But I have a hunch that Mr. Lin and I will meet again." Gates said, "Although I believe that Mr. Lin's understanding of the operating system can design a great operating system, but if you want to It is unimaginable for Mr. Lin to face difficulties in producing and promoting this operating system. If Mr. Lin wants to realize your great ambition, it is obvious that Microsoft is probably the best platform in the world. Mr. Lin , do you really not consider my invitation?"

"Mr. Gates, what do you think of the Internet?" Lin Jinqi suddenly raised this question.

"The Internet? I think it is another media carrier, but as a new media, it is still difficult to compete with TV, and it is even inferior to newspapers and radio. Although Yahoo is very attractive, it has not found Before a clearer profit point, relying only on advertising revenue and so-called concept hype, I think the appeal of the Internet is very limited." Bill Gates said in a very cautious tone, "Mr. Lin intends to get involved in the Internet industry in the future?"

"Yes. Of course, not now, but some time in the future." Lin Jinqi said.

"Since this is the case, I will not persuade Mr. Lin anymore. What I want to know now is whether Mr. Lin's improvement plan for Windows can be sold to Microsoft? Of course, Mr. Lin needs to sign a non-disclosure agreement afterwards. "

"I think 1000 million US dollars is a more appropriate price." Lin Jinqi quoted an astonishing price when he came up.

"Mr. Lin, are you kidding? Microsoft is willing to pay up to $100 million." Gates shook his head.

"800 million US dollars, an auspicious number." Lin Jinqi said, "Not only do I have a preliminary plan, but I even have a more detailed instruction manual, as well as several small programs that may be used in future versions."

"If there is an instruction manual to believe, I can pay $300 million, and the procedure needs to be evaluated separately."

"Mr. Gates, I believe this set of manuals can save you a lot of development time. As for the small program, I agree to another evaluation." Lin Jinqi said. "If you don't believe it, we can initial a non-disclosure agreement and a memorandum."

Gates looked at his legal counsel, who nodded, and Gates nodded too.Not long after, the legal counsel took out several documents, and Lin Jinqi also invited Aunt Xiaohua.Although Aunt Xiaohua had strong doubts, she quickly entered the state of a professional lawyer.After the two parties confirmed that there was no problem with the text and signed it, Lin Jinqi showed his instruction manual to Microsoft and demonstrated the small programs.From their shocked expressions, Lin Jinqi knew that there should be no problem.And the people from Microsoft also temporarily avoided the side and began to discuss, while Lin Jinqi waited patiently.

In the end, Microsoft reported a $600 million package buyout plan.Lin Jinqi thought about it, and finally agreed.So the two parties happily signed the final agreement, and the buyout fee was paid to the accounts of UBS and ICBC respectively according to Lin Jinqi's request.In fact, Lin Jinqi prefers to call the account of China Merchants Bank, but China Merchants Bank has not expanded its business to the inland provinces, and the inland provinces are still dominated by ICBC and Agricultural Bank of China.As for UBS, Lin Jinqi valued that his family's financial management has always been at the forefront of major investment banks. Although the "rogue investor scandal" broke out, they still compensated the losses of customers internally.If he just became a customer of UBS instead of a shareholder, Lin Jinqi didn't think there was any problem with UBS.

"That's 600 million US dollars?" Aunt Xiaohua looked at Lin Jinqi in disbelief.Of course, as Lin Jinqi's legal adviser, she and her law firm also took away a generous amount of legal fees.In terms of the US dollar exchange rate and the current job saturation of law firms, this legal fee can almost be regarded as Aunt Xiaohua’s income for a quarter. "I knew I should have majored in computer science back then. My father insisted on forcing me to study law, but I couldn't even compare to a child!"

Listening to Aunt Xiaohua's complaint, Lin Jinqi naturally couldn't stop laughing.Aunt Xiaohua is the youngest daughter of Aunt Lin's mother. Since Aunt Xiaohua was fostered at Grandma Lin's house during the special period, the relationship between Aunt Xiaohua, Mama Lin and Aunt Lin is very good.In order to balance the hurt in her heart, Aunt Xiaohua "blackmailed" a dinner on the spot at the Nanjiang Hotel.

After dinner, Papa Lin drove Lin Jinqi home again overnight.In the car, Lin Jinqi said: "Dad, how about we go to Shuangxing City tomorrow to see if there is a Mercedes-Benz 4S store, and then buy you a Mercedes-Benz S320?"

"Don't waste your money, save it." Lin's father still has the older generation's view on financial management, "I'll just drive this car."

"Dad, you need to change your concept of financial management." Lin Jinqi said, "First of all, the exchange rate of the U.S. dollar will definitely drop in the future, and I will suffer a loss if I keep the U.S. dollar. And, believe it or not, the deposit interest rate will never catch up with the inflation rate. .”