Chapter 141: Free! All Software is Free!

“Ning Xiao, I feel like just with this paper, you could easily secure a direct admission to our department’s graduate program,” Ning Xiao’s eyes were filled with envy.

“She doesn’t need to go through such trouble. She has already joined Professor Li Ping’s research group. Without any surprises, by the time she graduates, she will become Professor Li Ping’s graduate student,” Yu Li said with a smile.

“Professor Li Ping’s level is very high. If you can become her graduate student, you will definitely become a very famous financial scholar both domestically and internationally,” Guan Qian said.

“You should also focus more on your studies on regular days. I believe by the time of graduation, you too can secure direct admissions,” Su Xiaoli looked at them and earnestly said.

“Although our department has quite a few direct admission slots, the competition is fierce. After all, everyone’s college entrance examination scores are good. If all else fails, I can look for a company job after graduation,” Ning Xiao said.

“Why bother looking for a company when you can directly join Li Feng Network?” Tang Feng suggested.

“Sure! That definitely works! To be honest, I am very optimistic about the future of Li Feng Network. I believe that one day, the company will definitely become one of the world’s top 500,” Ning Xiao was full of confidence.

“In that case, when you’re free, you can continue to help out at the company. Don’t worry, I won’t let you down. Not only will you be able to receive a salary, but you will also get shares of the company. Of course, the amount of shares won’t be much, but I believe by the time you graduate, it will be enough to ensure a good life for you,” Tang Feng said with a slight smile.

“Tang Feng, we don’t even know what to say. Here, let’s toast to you!” Yu Li said, raising her glass.

Seeing this, Ning Xiao and Guan Qian also hurriedly raised their glasses.

“You are all Xiaoli’s roommates and have a good relationship with each other. Within my capacity, I am willing to help you,” Tang Feng also raised his glass.

The sound of clinking glasses filled the private room.

Tang Feng signaled everyone to sit down again.

“How has the ground promotion been these past few days?” Tang Feng looked at Su Ming and others, changing the subject.

“It’s been okay! Many internet cafes have installed the uu chat software,” Su Ming answered.

“From tomorrow, you can rest,” Tang Feng said.

“Ah? Boss, what do you mean? Are you planning to fire us?” Zhu Zihang unleashed a series of question marks.

“No,” Tang Feng shook his head, “I’ve already signed a purchase agreement with Tencent’s Ma Huateng. In the following period, their chat software will be merged into the uu chat software. You don’t need to waste time promoting it anymore.”

“Boss, did I hear that right? You’re talking about Tencent?” Su Ming and the others were shocked to hear this news.

“Yes,” Tang Feng shook his head, “That means, the two billion users of Tencent can now use the uu chat software.”

“Boss, I have to say, you’re really awesome! Tencent has been developing for several years, and I didn’t expect it to be acquired by you in just a few days,” Su Ming couldn’t help but give a thumbs up.

Tang Feng didn’t say anything, just chuckled.

“Boss, since Tencent has been acquired, does that mean the entire team of Penguin Company will have to move to Beijing?” Zhang Hao asked with interest.

“No,” Tang Feng shook his head, “The entire team of Tencent will stay in Xuzhou. Of course, Ma Huateng can also work in Beijing if he wants. It depends on him, I won’t force him.”

“But if the entire team stays in Xuzhou, it might affect the efficiency of the work. And communication will also be very cumbersome,” Zhu Zihang worried.

“This needs to be gradually adjusted. Of course, the main business of Xuzhou will change from chat software to antivirus software,” Tang Feng said with a smile.

“Antivirus software? Can such software work? It seems that not many computer users are willing to pay. And there are already several antivirus software on the market, competition is fierce,” Zhang Hao questioned.

“There’s nothing that won’t work. The sales of computers in the country are soaring, conservatively estimated, at least twenty million new computers are added each year. All these computers definitely need the protection of antivirus software,” Tang Feng said.

“While there is a need, many people will hesitate once it comes to paying. In other words, the market is relatively small. Even if it makes money, it probably won’t make much,” Zhu Zihang voiced his opinion.

“You’re right! A lot of things, once they start charging, will definitely lead to a massive loss of users. That’s why this antivirus software is free,” Tang Feng said with a smile.

“Free? How will you make money?” Su Ming asked.

“We won’t consider making money in the short term. I believe that as long as we have enough users, we will eventually think of better ways to monetize,” Tang Feng answered.

Zhu Zihang and the others looked at each other, not saying anything.

Clearly, they were not convinced by what Tang Feng said.

After all, in their view, whether it’s developing software or establishing a company, the goal is to make money.

If there’s no way to make money for a long time, the company might have to close down soon.

Of course, Tang Feng didn’t explain too much to them.

At this point, even if he said more, they wouldn’t believe it.

After dinner, Tang Feng didn’t go on a date with Su Xiaoli alone but sent her and the others back to the dormitory with Su Ming and the rest.

Then Tang Feng and the others also went back to their dormitory.

Everyone unspokenly turned on their computers.

“Boss, you’re really something!” Zhu Zihang opened the BBS forum, and the first post he saw was related to Tang Feng.

“What’s up?” Tang Feng asked as he approached.

“You’ve just proposed three mathematical conjectures,” Zhu Zihang answered.

“No way? The people on our school forum are too well-informed! I just handed these mathematical conjecture papers to the academicians this afternoon, and someone has spread the news by evening!” Tang Feng was utterly shocked.

“Normal! Not all users of the school forum are students; there are also teachers. I even suspect some school leaders are users of the forum. After all, as school leaders, they need to understand the dynamics of the students,” Zhu Zihang responded.

“It seems I need to be more careful in the future,” Tang Feng’s lips curled into a wry smile.

“Boss, I think this is not a bad thing! The news of your proposing new mathematical conjectures will definitely cause a sensation around the world soon. Now people are just getting to know it a bit earlier,” Zhang Hao seemed unconcerned.

“Mainly because the boss’s performance is too dazzling! Otherwise, people wouldn’t keep an eye on him! If it were us, it probably wouldn’t cause such a big sensation,” Su Ming said, his eyes filled with admiration.

“It’s just the beginning. Now, the teachers and students of the school don’t know about the acquisition of Tencent. If they know, they will be even more surprised! By then, the forum will definitely become even more lively,” Zhu Zihang laughed.

“It seems the boss will soon become the focus of the entire forum. Then he will gain a bunch of fans,” Su Ming’s words were full of envy.

“Alright! It’s getting late, don’t keep playing on the computer, go to sleep early!” Tang Feng said and went to the bathroom, then went to bed to rest.

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