On June 28, 1995, Seattle, New York, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C. were almost all rare sunny days. But in the hearts of Internet practitioners in 1995, this day seemed to be full of violent storms, thunder and lightning. In the past, every one of them was a major event that shook the industry, but on this day, it was like a discount sale in a shopping mall, and no money poured out.

The history of the Internet in this new time and space is destined to remember this day. It was almost a high-speed Internet ride on the highway called "Netscape", and suddenly the front of the car turned 180 degrees, and it looked like it was about to drive on a fork in the road called "Six Ears".

More than 20 of the most influential large websites on the Internet in the United States have intensively launched the news that they will soon develop a six-ear browser version. Then, as a result of this trend, more and more websites joined the trend of developing dual-browser versions.

Not only that, these leaders and pacesetters in the Internet field have launched more than a dozen new functions and new forms of websites in one fell swoop. Without exception, these sites use technical standards that are friendly to the six-ear browser.

Such a shocking offensive and intensive frequency were announced in a single day. The impact on the Internet industry is tantamount to a major eruption of the Yellowstone volcano.

What was originally just a dark cloud floating over the Netscape Empire suddenly turned into a thick cloud of volcanic ash mushrooms. The feeling of black clouds pressing down on the city shrouded the hearts of every Netscape employee. Especially for Mark. Anderson, this overwhelming news is simply a slap in the face to him.

This violent surprise attack successfully broke the Mark. Anderson's inner defense. He just couldn't figure it out. Why did the Internet change overnight? With only one million installed six-ear browsers, why is it necessary for major websites to develop an optimized version? But whether he understands it or not. The news from the major websites has long proven that this is happening.

Mark. Anderson locked himself in his office and smashed everything he had at hand to vent. As the so-called house leak coincides with a rainy night. Netscape did not regain its strength under strong external pressure. Instead, the hidden dangers that had been buried before due to rapid development broke out together.

"Mr. Anderson!" Mark. Anderson's assistant ran into his office in a panic and happened to witness his gaffe.

"What's the matter? Didn't I say no one was allowed to come in! "Mark. Anderson roared angrily at his assistant.

In the face of his storm, the assistant swallowed in panic and said worriedly: "It is rumored that Mr. Clark is going to hold a board meeting to discuss the appointment and dismissal of your CEO position!" ”

“shit！ These damned creatures of money, shameless capitalists! "Mark. Anderson looked around, and there seemed to be nothing left for him to vent to. He moved his desk in anger. It turned out to be unmoving.

After the end, he had no choice but to sit on the ground in frustration, waved his hand and said, "I know the way, you can go out." ”

Looking at his desperate appearance, it seems that his life has already been like this, and his calm heart refuses to make another wave. The frustration and powerlessness after venting have been deeply entangled in him at this moment.

It's not just Mark. Anderson himself blamed himself, and even the entire Netscape company condemned his actions in unison. The pressure on him has been too great for a while.

It can almost be said that it is because of his consistent wrong decision-making. Netscape has only fallen to where it is today. Anderson's conceit and pride are to blame. People will not care how much you bring them when you are beautiful, but will resent how much damage you caused them when you were disappointed.

The rest of Netscape wouldn't think it was Mark. Anderson created Netscape. Like the vast majority of people in this world. They only saw that Netscape, which was originally promising, was about to be challenged by Six Ears Software Company. Silent accusations and all sorts of private gossip have been flowing beneath the surface.

Everyone forgot it was Mark. Anderson created the market, created Netscape. Not only is the response to Six Ears Software Company ineffective, but the mistakes and omissions in the past have also become the target of other people's attacks. In particular, he has been promoting the Netscape communication project. It is regarded as the culprit of the current situation, and it is almost collectively boycotted by the company.

The assistant was a little worried. It's not just because of his mental condition. As the CEO's assistant, although it usually looks infinite, but once Mark. Anderson falls, and his position is bound to be lost. He held Mark. Anderson's shoulder, excitedly said, "Mr. Anderson, we must do something!" ”

"Action? It's all late. "Mark. Anderson smiled self-deprecatingly and said, "Without Mr. Clark's support, I don't have a dominant stake in the company. If the investor makes up his mind to replace me, there is nothing to stop capital from exercising its power. ”

As if thinking that he was about to be kicked out of the Netscape he created, Mark . Anderson slowly closed his eyes and leaned feebly against the leg of his desk.

"But we can change the market!" The assistant persuaded bitterly: "Netscape has not failed, but the situation is temporarily unfavorable to us." However, at present, the vast majority of users in the market are still using Netscape Browser. As long as the market can be recovered, it is never too late. ”

"Fight to get back to the market?" Mark. Anderson gradually calmed down, but he still shook his head and said disappointedly: "Unless I can come up with more than 20 promising projects, or can improve the performance of Netscape Browser to the level of Six-Ear Browser in a short period of time, we will not be able to compete with Six-Ear Browser." ”

All the while, Mark. Anderson has been researching the six-eared browser for a long time. However, the more you study it, the more powerless it becomes. If Netscape Browser is a hero created by the times, then the six-eared browser is destined to create a hero.

Every technique it uses is like a historical trend and will inevitably lead the way in the future.

"Our strength is not just in our skills!" The assistant shook Mark. Anderson's shoulder, desperately said: "Since it can't solve the problem, let's eliminate the problem!" Netscape itself has capital that is beyond the reach of Six Ears Software Company, and we can completely acquire them. If we don't have enough cash, we can also cross-share. As long as the acquisition is successful, Netscape will be dozens and hundreds of times more profitable after it is successfully listed! ”

"Acquisition!" Mark. Anderson's eyes lit up, and he suddenly realized: "Yes, at least in the browser market, our current situation is that cooperation is beneficial to both sides, and division is harmful to both sides. The Chinese have a saying that the deer dies in whose hand, and it is still unknown that the six-ear software company may not agree to the acquisition request! ”

"Quick, help me contact Mr. Joy of Six Ears Software." Mark. Anderson perked himself up, stood up and said, "I'm going to seize this last opportunity before Clark convenes a board meeting to pass a proposal to remove me as CEO!" ”

It seems that genius always has a commonality. Mark. After Netscape was acquired by AOL, Anderson saw that he was not suitable for running a company and turned to venture capital. With his vision and relationship, it was smooth sailing later. And Steve, who also has this pioneering talent. It was only after Jobs was kicked out of Apple for the first time that his partners realized his character flaws, and the second time he took ownership of Apple, he finally made this legendary company.

It's not just Mark. Anderson, even Microsoft's Bill was dumbfounded. He thought that the six-ear browser would only create some trouble for Netscape at most, but the failure in the browser market would lead to the contraction of the six-ear software company, and he would naturally be able to buy it at a low price calmly at that time.

But who knew that in less than a month, the battle for browsers on the Internet had developed dizzyingly. In its current form, it is still unclear who will die in the browser war. However, the business of Liuer IM has not been affected by Netscape Communication, and it still occupies the market in an orderly manner at the speed of one to ten or ten to hundred.

Especially for Bill, he asked himself if he could do this if he was from the perspective of Six Ears Software. In two or three years, Microsoft may be able to beat Netscape, but if it wants to turn its hands into clouds and rain in a few months, the future richest man in the world really can't do it.

This person is really terrible.

"Mr. James, please be seated." Bill sighed inwardly, but his face remained silent.

"Mr. Bill, you came to me for the Six Ears Software Company?" James sat across from Bill's desk for the fourth time, but three of those times were not for his job.

Bill nodded and said with a smile: "The company has considered it, the acquisition conditions you reached with Six Ears Software Company last time, and after research, we decided to agree." This time, I mainly hope that you can run again and convey the good news to Mr. Joy. ”

"100 million in cash, and 3% cross-shareholding, 80% of the shares of Six Ears Software?" James confirmed with a serious face.

"That's right, it's not easy for me to get this condition on the board!" Bill sighed: "3% of Microsoft's shares, that's a lot of money!" ”

James lowered his head and thought for a while, and asked in a calm tone, "Then Mr. Bill, what if Joey's offer to Six Ears Software exceeds this part of the conditions?" (To be continued......)