Waiting for Feng Hong's report on the 'Wifi Alliance Invitation Content', Zhang Fan thought for a moment and said: "Sister Hong, you called Yutang, Wu Ge, Li Jianguo, and colleagues who developed 'wireless display' technology. ”

"Oh, print a few more copies......"

"Okay boss." Feng Hong put away his excitement a little and went out.

A few minutes later, Qian Yutang and the others, who were named, walked into the office one by one, and before they came, they had heard about the 'WiFi Alliance Invitation to Dabai', and everyone's faces were filled with pride.

Waiting for Su Xiu to close the door, Zhang Fan smiled: "Who knows more about the 'WiFi Alliance'?" What is the nature of their alliance? ”

Seeing the boss's question, Qian Yutang, who knew more about the Internet, slowly said the information he knew.

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The WiFi Alliance is an international non-profit organization founded in 1999 by Americans and headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA.

The purpose of the alliance is to carry out relevant certification for products with wifi around the world.

Certification through guò means that 'the wifi of this product is for the relevant standards', just like a college student who gets a diploma after graduating from the guò exam.

Now the WiFi Alliance is equivalent to the WiFi rule-maker, the global WiFi standard-setting body, and a Qiē with WiFi products must be done through the 'rules' and 'standards' they set.

Dabai S1 also obtained the 'IEEE802.11N standard certification' from the WiFi Alliance last month.

The 'WiFi wireless display technology' just developed by Xinghuo is a WiFi point-to-point communication technology developed based on the IEEE802.11N standard.

That is to say: as long as it is a product device with WiFi 802.11n standard, it supports the "wireless display technology" developed by Xinghuo.

Xinghuo's 'wireless display technology' is a 'point-to-point communication wireless display technology' developed based on the '802.11n' WiFi protocol standard.

So. What does 802.11n mean?

For example, 1G/2G/3G in mobile phone communication, they are all new technologies based on international mobile communication standards, and 3G is the third generation of mobile communication technology.

The same is true for 802.11n, which is the fourth-generation wireless transmission protocol standard for wireless network communication.

Before it, there was also 802.11a. 802.11b, 802.11g, the increase of each generation means the increase of speed.

The theoretical rate of 802.11n can reach up to 600m, but now the fastest practical application cannot reach this upper limit, and the actual application is between 100m and 300m.

Due to broadband network limitations, Huaxia cannot reach the maximum speed of 802.11n.

802.11 is a wireless LAN standard customized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (IEEE). WiFi devices are transmitted via the 802.11 protocol group.

Under the 802.11 protocol: There are also different upgraded protocols: 802.11a/n, 802.11n is the latest customized protocol this year.

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Although the standards and alliances are all formulated by Americans, the basic underlying technology patents of WiFi are not in the hands of the IEEE or the WiFi Alliance, but are invented by a research institute under the Australian government.

In 1996, the agency applied for a 'wireless network technology patent' in the United States.

In 1999, when the Americans were developing the '802.11 wireless network standard'. The 'wireless network technology' invented by the Australian R&D institute was selected as the 'core technology of the IEEE 802.11 series of standards'.

Now the Australian government's patented technology is also at the heart of the global WiFi standard.

However, mastering the core does not necessarily mean that you can grasp the rules and make rules. Americans have played more in this regard than the Australian government.

Also in 1999. After the Americans set the Australian government's 'wireless technology patent' as the 'core technology of the 802.11 standard', they quickly joined forces: Intel, Microsoft, Apple, Qualcomm, Google, Cisco and other top global technology giants launched the "Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance" in Austin, Texas.

At that time, the Australian government realized that it was not good, and it was not until 2000 that the so-called "Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance" was officially renamed "WiFi Alliance".

At that time, the nature of the 'WiFi Alliance' was more like a 'consumer club', and their products were all 'consuming' the core patents of the Australian government's WiFi.

Together, they have become a 'wifi standard-setting body', uniting to 'play hooliganism' against the Australian government: not paying any wifi-related royalties to the Australian government.

It didn't take long. The IEEE also called on the Australian government to give up the patented WiFi technology and share this technology with the world for free.

It's like a group of ruffians who take other people's things for nothing, and say to their master: You shouldn't take money. Will you know for free later?

In the face of the behavior of the IEEE and the 'WiFi Alliance' in the United States, the Australian government is naturally full of anger!

After decisively refusing, take those members of the 'WiFi Alliance' to court! And collect royalties on all telecom technology companies in the world that use wifi technology!

On the surface, the WiFi Alliance appears to be an international non-profit organization of more than 200 member companies, but in fact it is a business alliance.

These companies jointly develop WiFi certification standards and technologies, which is equivalent to mastering the rules of the industry, what is the standard? How to play is up to them.

Not with guò their wifi compatible certified products. will be labeled as 'no guarantee'.

In fact, Huaxia has also been participating in the formulation of wireless network standards.

In 2003, Huaxia customized the 'WAPI standard' similar to WiFi. The biggest difference between the two technologies is that the security encryption is different.

In contrast, Huaxia's 'WAPI' is more secure. Huaxia has been recommending this standard as one of the international standards, but it has been rejected by the American international giants and their organizations.

Since its introduction in 2003, it has been rejected by the IEEE in the United States for various reasons. International electronics giants also tacitly reject the standard.

So far, the wireless LAN standard is still in the IEEE monopoly, and with the WiFi Alliance, they have formed a solid wireless standard system and successfully internationalized.

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Spark. Chairman's Office.

On the sofa, Qian Yutang, the head of the web team, the wireless display technology development team, Feng Hong, Wu Ge and other executives sat side by side.

After listening to Qian Yutang and Wu Ge's explanations, Zhang Fan has a general understanding of the 'WiFi Alliance'.

Seeing him purse his lips and chuckle, he looked down at the 'WiFi Alliance Cooperation Invitation' that had just been translated in his hand, and said, "So this alliance is a bunch of hooligans." Sure enough, whoever controls the standard will have the right to speak......"

"A group of telecom electronics manufacturers, in turn, became the masters of the wifi industry. Almost erased the Australian government, the 'wifi patent holder'. ”

"It's worth learning from!"

"Hehe......" everyone chuckled.

Zhang Fan slowed down and looked at Yutang and said, "How big is the WiFi Alliance now?" ”

"It's very huge, basically covering the entire industrial chain."

Qian Yutang said: "According to my understanding, the members of the WiFi Alliance cover: manufacturers, standard customization agencies, regulatory agencies, service agencies and telecom operators, many of which are top industry giants and even government agencies in various countries. ”

"It is impossible for Huaxia to break the US IEEE monopoly with the 'WAPI standard'. No matter how good a technology is, it needs to be supported by the industry......"

"Just like we sell S1, no matter how good the mobile phone is, it still needs consumer support, and if it doesn't support the product, it will naturally die."

Zhang Fan nodded with a smile, leaned against the desk and said with a smile: "So Lao Mei looks up to us." Look at the above meaning: I want to work with us to develop and improve 'point-to-point communication technology' and 'wireless display technology', and then designate it as a 'wifi' related standard......"

"But it's not that simple for Americans. They're taking a fancy to our technology now...... The meaning of 'cooperation' above is that I want to provide them with free use, right? Then just give us the title of 'Patent Member'. ”

"If we don't agree, I'm afraid we may end up like the 'Australian government'...... In the face of this group of 'hooligans', it seems that there are only two choices, 1 to join them. 2. Continue to maintain independent ......"

"What do you think you should choose?"

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When the words fell, the development members and the crowd management looked at each other and fell into thought.

After a moment, Li Jianguo said: "Obviously, the second option is not suitable for us. They can completely suppress our technology through guò alliance identity! ”

"Tong guò for a year or two of reverse research. They will then develop their own related technologies, and then develop their own standards for 'point-to-point communication technology' and 'wireless display technology'. ”

"At that time, even if we passed the certification standards, it was equivalent to exclusion, and the value of these two patented technologies was lost. At most, we don't have to spend more money on these two pieces. ”

"I built yì choose 1 and join them. It is best to look for powerful giants within their alliance to cooperate in the development of this technology. For example: Intel, Microsoft, Google, this powerful enterprise. ”

"There are these giants involved. They won't let go of the benefits of this technology! It will definitely help to implement and set the 'standard'. ”

"We will also receive a royalty and become a core partner of their alliance. This is very helpful for the internationalization of our company. At the very least, it can give consumers the impression of a 'top technology company'. ”

"Hmm." Feng Hong said with a smile: "At that time, consumers looked at our products differently, and it would be more face-saving to use our products." I agree with Brother Li's construction. ”

After the two of them begin. The surrounding R&D personnel and management nodded one after another.

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Zhang Fan picked up the water cup and said, "Since everyone has chosen to join, then it's decided!" ”

"But we can't join alone. We are too weak to join alone, and in the end we can only become a small footstep in those big enterprises. In the future, the development of second-generation related technologies may kick us out. ”

When everyone heard this, they woke up from their joy and understood in their hearts: isn't it the same for Americans to use the Australian government's WiFi technology?

Thinking of this, I admire Zhang Fan's calmness and far-reaching gaze even more.

Qian Yutang said: "What does the boss mean: is inviting a number of domestic companies? Count these technologies as our joint R&D, and then we form a group into the WiFi Alliance? If so, we should pick companies that have more relevant technology......"

"Not bad!" Zhang Fan took a sip of water, clapped his hands and smiled: "But it's not easy for us to have too many people!" If there are too many words, the Americans will be taboo, directly give up cooperating with us, and then develop relevant technologies themselves. ”

"We're just going to hire one helper. What do you think of Huawei? ”

A R&D worker said: "Huawei should be one of the state-owned enterprises with the most relevant patents, and its international reputation is quite good." They have several patents on communications that we also use. ”

"I think we can use 'wifi point-to-point communication' and 'wireless display technology' to exchange patents with them, and we should be able to exchange a lot of practical patents. I believe that Huawei should be very willing. ”

"With our patents, they not only have an additional product selling point, but also can enter the 'WiFi Alliance' with us to expand their international position in the market. In the end, everyone helps each other to win-win. ”

"Indeed!" Feng Hong said excitedly: "Boss, are we trying our best to finalize the cooperation plan with Huawei?" ”

"The sooner the better, of course."

Zhang Fan pushed away the desk behind him and got up and said: "Brother Li, you sort out a copy of the technology patent we want, Sister Hong will tell Huawei about the WiFi Alliance invitation email and our intentions later, if you are willing to let them talk about it." ”

"Gao Le, you contact the lawyer to prepare for negotiation, Wu Ge, you and the development team are ready to prepare, maybe you will have to go on a long trip in the next few days to meet those big brothers in the alliance."

"By the way, Sister Hong, you tell Huawei: they want to become our two technical partners, not only to exchange a part of the patents, but also if we help Huawei enter the 'WiFi Alliance', they will also give us 100 million US dollars in 'occupation fees'."

"Isn't it inappropriate for us to work hard for decades to develop these two technologies, and they can exchange them for a few patents and become a 'member of the alliance' with us?"

"Heh..." everyone laughed, and they admired Zhang Fan's wisdom more and more.

At this time, Zhou Yang walked in, saw everyone smiling, and said with a smile: "Why are you so happy?" By the way, Boss, we received a fax from Penguin on WeChat, and they wanted to talk to us about "Instant Messaging Technology Exchange". ”

"I guess what they fancy should be the 'audio compression technology' in our panda."

"Another one?" Zhang Fan, Feng Hong and the others smiled at the same time.

…… (To be continued) R580