Chapter 172: Starting to Prepare for the New Project (Part 3/3)

“This is hard to say,” Tang Feng shook his head and said, “If it’s fast, about half a year, but if it’s slow, it might take a year.”

Everyone looked at each other upon hearing Tang Feng’s words.

They really hadn’t expected that Tang Feng’s slower estimate was only a year!

They had thought it would take ten or eight years!

A year’s time, isn’t that just a blink of an eye?

“Tang Feng, are you not joking? Is a year’s time enough?” Wang Yuanchao was somewhat incredulous.

“I never joke about such serious matters. A year’s time is definitely enough! Of course, I will strive to achieve full localization of the entire computer within half a year! By that time, the computers produced by our country can be sold overseas and make a good profit!” Tang Feng said, unable to suppress a laugh.

“I hope that day can come soon! I believe, not just us, but all the people of our country, are looking forward to that day! Otherwise, our domestic computer companies, at best, are just assembly factories. No matter how expensive those computer components are, they have to accept them all. Then after assembling, sell them with a bit of profit! In the end, it’s the ordinary people who pay the bill,” Yang Lei’s eyes were filled with hopeful light.

“The main reason is that R&D is too expensive, and it’s not guaranteed to succeed. The path of technological R&D is destined only for a few companies. The vast majority of companies, whether or not they carry the high-tech label, are in reality just assembly factories. There’s nothing that can be done about it. However, I’ve always liked challenges, so I will go all out in technology R&D,” Tang Feng said lightly.

Everyone chatted for a long time here.

Jiang Guangming and the others were incomparably excited.

They seemed to see the dawn of China’s computer industry.

When the conversation was about to end, Tang Feng bid them farewell and left.

“Director Jiang, your Jingcheng University really found a treasure. A Tang Feng is worth a thousand, even ten thousand Jingcheng University students,” Yang Lei’s eyes were filled with envy.

“This can’t be compared by quantity. There’s only one Tang Feng, no matter how you compare, there’s just this one. If he hadn’t led the complete localization of the computer chip, we still wouldn’t know how many years it would take to see the scene from yesterday,” Jiang Guangming answered.

“Truly, heaven blesses our country! Dragon Heart No.1 is now among the world’s highest-end computer chips. With such a low price, those foreign chip companies probably only have bankruptcy left,” Wang Yuanchao’s mood seemed a bit excited.

“That may not necessarily be the case. Not to boost others’ morale at our own expense, but how deep the technological reserves of Intel and Seven Star Group are, we don’t know. If the two companies bring out higher-end products, the situation could change drastically,” Yang Lei worried a bit.

“Even high-end products are of no use. Dragon Heart No.1 is now the mainstream model on the market. Unless the other party can also significantly reduce their prices, they stand no chance,” Jiang Guangming was somewhat dismissive.

“If the other party really cuts prices, then the competition will become very fierce. By that time, I’m afraid Dragon Heart No.1 won’t make much money. Once there are no profits, Dragon Heart Corporation’s subsequent R&D funds will probably have nowhere to come from,” Yang Lei said, frowning involuntarily.

“Intel and Seven Star Group probably won’t do that. After all, businesses seek profit. If the profits are too slim, the other party’s loss is also significant,” Wang Yuanchao judged.

“That’s really hard to say! The other side is wealthy and powerful, even if they lose money, they could still force Dragon Heart Corporation into bankruptcy. This is a common tactic of American companies, and it’s very effective,” Yang Lei said.

“There’s no need to worry too much. I believe Tang Feng will definitely have a way to deal with it. Maybe, in the near future, he will create even higher-end computer chips. We just need to pay close attention! When necessary, provide some help within our capabilities,” Jiang Guangming smiled.

“Our economic strength compared to America is still a big gap. I don’t know when we can catch up,” Yang Lei sighed.

“Eating one bite at a time, walking step by step. Wanting to surpass America in a short period of time, I’m afraid that can only be achieved in dreams. But no matter what, we are gradually catching up. I believe within our lifetime, we will definitely see the day when China becomes the world’s number one,” Jiang Guangming was full of confidence.

“Let’s hope so,” Yang Lei and Wang Yuanchao nodded in agreement.

By this time, Tang Feng had already appeared in front of Su Xiaoli.

Su Xiaoli had just finished her conversation with Professor Li Ping.

Professor Li Ping was very supportive of her forming an investment team.

After all, with China’s economy continuously developing, many industries were also welcoming opportunities. And whether it’s the stock market or securities, there’s great potential.

The entire financial market appeared vibrant.

If Su Xiaoli enters now, it really is a very good timing.

Of course, as for the selection of the investment team, Professor Li Ping’s suggestion was to pick a few suitable students from the School of Economics and then form a team.

In this way, the team members are more familiar with each other and can grow together.

Su Xiaoli naturally thought of her three roommates.

Her relationship with Ning Xiao and the others was good.

If they were willing to join her team, then the communication cost would be greatly reduced for her.

And she could also help her roommates to grow quickly.

Of course, she still had to ask Ning Xiao and the others.

“Tang Feng, long time no see. You haven’t bullied Xiaoli, have you?” Professor Li Ping half-jokingly asked.

“No,” Tang Feng quickly shook his head and said, “How dare I bully her.”

“Your performance has far exceeded my expectations. I really never dreamed that in just a month, you could achieve complete localization of the computer chip. This achievement is truly unprecedented and unparalleled. Your achievements are destined to be recorded in history,” Professor Li Ping lavished praise.

“I didn’t think about these. I just want to do things earnestly. Our country, in terms of computers, has a not small gap with America and Japan. So we must catch up quickly! Otherwise, once the other side has more technological patents, it will become even more passive for us,” Tang Feng said with utmost sincerity.

He was indeed speaking from the heart.

Not to mention the help he got from the system, even without it, he would still find a way to raise funds and organize more researchers to try to break through the technological blockade of America.

“I’m really glad you think this way. Xiaoli is preparing to form an investment team, and I’m very supportive of it. The financial crisis that erupted in 1998 is still fresh in my memory. In just a few months, financial tycoons swept through many countries’ financial systems and made billions of dollars! Such situations will definitely happen again. So, we must make adequate preparations in advance,” Professor Li Ping said with deep meaning.

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