Chapter 341: Testifying
"Microsoft."
Dell weighed the glasses on the bridge of his nose, and then looked at Zhang Ning, "You won't design a computer blueprint for Microsoft." β
However, after saying that, Dell shook his head, "No, Microsoft is a software company, what does he want computer blueprints for?" β
And, the most important thing is that Dell knows that HP, including them, Compaq had an agreement with Microsoft at the beginning, and the content of the agreement was that the three companies fully supported Microsoft's Windows operating system, however, as a condition, Microsoft could not enter the PC field. It's just that Zhang Ning took out this computer design drawing, but it made Dell confused.
Seeing that Dell was confused, Zhang Ning laughed, "Mr. Dell, this is not a computer design I designed, but you guessed well, this computer design is from Microsoft." β
"From Microsoft?"
Dale tapped his fingers on the table, then looked at Zhang Ning again, "Mr. Zhang Ning, can you explain something clearly?" β
"Of course, I'm here to sue Mr. SΓΉdale."
Zhang Ning took away the design drawing, and then took out a stack of materials again, "According to the latest news, Microsoft intends to enter the PC computer industry. The design just now is Microsoft's first goddess model computer. At the same time, Microsoft has already communicated with Foxconn, and they will mass-produce this model of computer at any time. β
"No, it can't be."
Dell shook his head, "It's impossible for Microsoft to enter the PC space. β
"Mr. Dale, nothing is impossible in this world. I know you have an agreement with Microsoft. However, in the face of the huge profits of the PC industry, you think Microsoft will not be impressed. Moreover, after Microsoft reached the 98 system, it has monopolized the global operating system market. Do you think they don't want to go one step further and fully integrate software and hardware? β
When it comes to operating systems, Microsoft has done the best.
Even if Microsoft wanted to go beyond its current size, it wouldn't be possible.
If Microsoft still wants to develop, then it must make achievements in other areas.
Otherwise, Microsoft has no particular need to develop its operating system.
And, is Bill the one who doesn't want to get ahead?
Although Zhang Ning said that there seems to be no evidence, but when Zhang Ning talked about the agreement between Dell and Microsoft, Dell was shocked, "How do you know that Dell has an agreement with Microsoft?" β
"Mr. Dell, not only do I know that you have an agreement with Dell, but I also know that in addition to Dell you, there are also HP and Compaq, and they all have agreements with Microsoft. Of course, as a party to the agreement, you are a strong supporter of the Microsoft operating system, which is why in recent years you have to install the Microsoft operating system on the latest computers that have shipped from the factory, am I right? β
Zhang Ning seemed to have seen through it, staring at Dale with some hair.
In fact, this kind of thing is no longer a secret in the future generations.
The lawsuit of a Microsoft monopoly case that year has already leaked everything that can be leaked.
"Of course, if Mr. Dale still doesn't believe me, you can go and ask. Or go to Foxconn, maybe, there, there are answers you want to know. Oh yes, Mr. Dale, H and Compaq were on the side, I would have liked to go. However, if you think about it, forget it, and please Mr. Dale tell them what I just said. I think they're also very interested in Microsoft's entry into the PC industry. β
Naturally, this was not an interest, but a great deal of irritation.
If Microsoft really tears up the agreement and enters the PC computer industry, then, with Microsoft's market position in the operating system, it will definitely pose a huge threat to Dell, HP, and Compaq, the world's three major computer manufacturers. Although Dell has also wondered if Microsoft will enter the PC market despite their opposition when their operating system is at its peak. However, Microsoft has not done so, and they have little evidence.
But now, an outsider Zhang Ning has made Dale very suspicious.
With Zhang Ning's words, Dell immediately got in touch with HP and Compaq, two PC computer manufacturers.
After listening to Dell's detailed explanation, the heads of the two PC manufacturers were also very shocked, and they said that they would immediately send someone to inquire about the news.
In just two days, the three major PC manufacturers have found a clue. Although, for the time being, it is not sure whether Microsoft really wants to enter the field of PC computers, but, judging from the news, Microsoft has indeed recently contacted Foxconn, the world's largest electronic processing company. In addition, the content of contact is faintly related to computers.
Getting such news, the three major PC computer manufacturers were furious on the spot.
They wanted to immediately approach Bill, the founder of Microsoft, and ask him why he wanted to enter the PC market.
But when they learned that Netscape was going to be in a lawsuit with Microsoft again, they changed their minds.
A phone call, Dell made a call to Jim, the CEO of Netscape.
"Hello, Mr. Jim, I'm Dale. We have decided to help you testify tomorrow. β
The next day, the Microsoft monopoly case that shocked the whole United States was heard again.
However, at the time of the trial, many media paid great attention to this trial. However, there have been several previous court sessions, and many experts have said. Although the Microsoft monopoly case is another giant monopoly lawsuit in the United States, they guess that this time the trial will fall into a delaying war. The final result, I'm afraid, will not be satisfactory to everyone.
But no matter what, Microsoft is a giant company in the world after all, and at the same time, Netscape is also a star company in the United States before. Netscape's case against Microsoft for monopoly has touched the hearts of countless people. Not only the United States, but also some other parts of the world, they are also at the same time, half of their eyes on this monopoly case.
The trial began at 9 a.m. U.S. time, and half an hour before that, the plaintiffs and defendants presented themselves to each other, and there was nothing new.
Anyway, Netscape says that Microsoft has a monopoly.
And Microsoft explained that this is not a monopoly.
The two sides went back and forth, fought for a few rounds, and there was no victory.
Many media reporters also sent back first-hand information to the media at this time, saying that maybe, the third court session will end in such a fruitless situation.
However, a dramatic scene emerged.
Just as the Microsoft camp was preparing to apply for another adjournment, Netscape suddenly said.
"Your Excellency Judge Wilson, I would like to call for my witnesses."
"Witnesses?"
Hearing the word witness, everyone was shocked.
From the beginning to the present, both sides are only in the process of collecting evidence, and there are no witnesses.
This time, however, Netscape brought their witnesses along.
Many media reporters were very excited at this time, perhaps, this one witness was the highlight of the audience.
The witness was soon brought in by a representative on the Netscape side, a middle-aged man in a white shirt and tie.
Someone recognized the middle-aged man on the spot.
"Mark."
Mark Dell, vice president of Dell."
What's going on, how did Dell, which works closely with Microsoft, go to testify to Netscape.
Countless media reporters screamed outside the courtroom.
Dell testified in court, which is definitely the biggest attraction of the Microsoft monopoly case since the trial.