The route planning of the Internet backbone network should take a long time, which involves multiple interests.

This is the same as the construction of high-speed rail, and the area with high-speed rail will of course benefit from this.

Therefore, the government has also sent personnel to plan the route of the backbone network.

At present, the main task of Wujiang Group is to develop high-performance, low-cost optical fibers.

In order to develop optical fiber, Wujiang Group has directly invested $1 billion in research and development, which is a large amount of money at the moment.

At present, not many companies are willing to invest so much R&D money in optical fiber.

But fiber optics are actually very profitable, and it is not only used on the Internet, but also on cable television networks.

In the past life, China's first optical fiber cable television network was built in 1992 in Shanghai CN District, before that, most of the TV networks were transmitted with coaxial cables, or they installed antennas at home to receive wireless signals, but if they use coaxial cables, there will be interference if the joint contact is poor, and the wireless signal is particularly poor when it comes to thunder and rainy days.

With the laying of optical fiber, the curtain of the cable TV era has been opened.

Zhao Ye wants to achieve triple play, but at present, there are still certain technical defects, which are difficult to solve for a while.

He is also hesitating whether to develop the technology of triple play in one step, so that the laying of optical fiber can realize the sharing of three plays, which greatly saves costs.

In his previous life, as early as 1997, Director Zhou Hongren wrote an article in the "Computer World" newspaper, which systematically introduced the international leading concept of "welcoming the new era of computer, television and telephone integration" to China for the first time, which was the earliest "triple play integration" in China.

Zhao Ye stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window and pondered, he likes to overlook the distance, and he can't help but have a feeling of "being at the top of the mountain and seeing the mountains at a glance". Of course, this is just his own idea.

"It's 1990, and if I take the lead in proposing 'triple play', I can make a name for myself again. Moreover, the advantages of 'triple play' are extremely obvious, if China takes the lead in developing 'triple play' from the beginning, it will be able to drive the super-fast development of computers, televisions and telephones! ”

"I also understand the technology of triple play, which mainly involves basic digital technology, broadband technology, IP technology, software technology and so on......"

Zhao Ye couldn't help but show a hint of expectation, and muttered: "Once the 'triple play in one' is successful, then, the information service will shift from a single business to a comprehensive multimedia service such as text, voice, data, image, video, etc., and it is also conducive to greatly reducing infrastructure investment, simplifying network management, reducing maintenance costs, and transforming the network from an independent professional network to a comprehensive network, improving network performance and further improving the level of resource utilization!" ”

"The integration of the three networks has broken the long-term vicious competition between telecom operators and radio and television operators in the field of video transmission, and the major operators will grab food in a pot, and the tariffs for watching TV, surfing the Internet, and making calls may be lowered in a package!"

"This is the merit of the present generation, and the benefit of the future !!"

"At present, the country has not yet begun to build the first optical fiber TV network, and a lot of unjust money has not been spent. If you wait until 1997 by Director Zhou Hongren proposed the 'three networks in one', it is basically difficult to turn around, it can be said that it is a boat, after all, the country has invested so much money in optical fiber, how can it be said that you don't want it? At present, the state has not invested in the optical fiber cable network, this is the opportunity, the 'three networks in one' proposed by itself will definitely be able to pass the national review!! ”

Thinking of this, Zhao Ye showed a solemn look on his face, and made the "three networks in one", with a great sense of achievement, Europe and the United States will lag behind China!

Soon, Zhao Ye picked up the phone and contacted Huo Xingwei as minister, and after the phone was connected, he immediately told the other party the idea of "three networks in one".

When Huo Xingwei heard the minister's words, his face was immediately full of excitement.

"Mr. Zhao, can the 'triple play' be technically realized?" He hurriedly asked.

"Absolutely, no problem." Zhao Ye swore solemnly.

After a pause, he continued, "The network structure, technical standards and communication protocols of telecommunication networks, television broadcasting networks and computer networks are different, but if you want to achieve three networks in one, you must find a commonly recognized network structure, technical standards and communication protocols. Here, IP switching is a communication protocol that can be accepted by the three networks! ”

There were some things that Zhao Ye didn't say.

In fact, the main problem faced by the "triple play" is not technology, but the human factor. The ultimate realization of the "triple play" must solve the problem of conflict of interest adjustment between industry departments and networks, and the three networks must find a balance of interests that is acceptable to all.

Zhao Ye felt that this problem had to be solved by the state.

Wujiang Group is responsible for providing the technology.

When Huo Xingwei heard this, he was silent for a while, and then said: "I will immediately respond to this matter, and then invite experts to come over for a meeting to discuss the feasibility of 'three networks in one'!" ”

"Okay, no problem!"

Zhao Ye smiled and nodded, the integration of three networks is absolutely feasible, and the experts will only be amazed when they hear it, and then agree.

After ending the conversation with Minister Huo, Zhao Ye thought about it and immediately called Academician Zhao Zisen, the person in charge of optical fiber, and Lu Jia, general manager of Wujiang Communication Technology Company.

After a while, the two came to Zhao Ye's office one after another.

"Hello, chairman, don't you know what to do with me?" Academician Zhao Zisen was the first to ask.

Zhao Ye said: "I just put forward the idea of 'three networks in one' of telecommunications network, TV broadcasting network and computer network with Minister Huo, so I need the optical fiber department and Wujiang Communication Technology Company to work together to realize the function of 'three networks in one' as soon as possible!" ”

After a pause, Zhao Ye looked at Lu Jia and said, "Among them, the core equipment of the network is a three-in-one optical fiber Ethernet switch!! ”

When Lu Jia heard this, he nodded solemnly: "I understand, I will organize the development team to overcome this technology as soon as possible." ”

Zhao Ye nodded, then looked at "Academician Zhao Zisen" and said: "Academician Zhao, you must develop advanced single-mode optical fiber as soon as possible!" ”

Single-mode optical fiber has the advantages of low loss and small dispersion, and is an ideal medium for long-distance and large-capacity communication systems. When discussing which is better, single-mode fiber or multimode fiber, China has long been determined in the early 80s.

Academician Zhao Zisen couldn't help but nod heavily: "Okay!" ”

……

……

United States.

At this time, the Internet has not yet been popularized on a large scale, and everyone has no concept of triple play at all.

Telecommunications networks, television broadcasting networks, and computer networks are all fighting their own battles.

However, there is a tendency to merge with each other.

As an ISP in the United States, it is impossible to spend a huge amount of money to rebuild the network by yourself, and it is even more difficult to achieve fiber-to-the-home. Therefore, ISPs often use the help of landlines to dial numbers through telephone lines.

However, the issue of the "last mile monopoly" of fixed telephony hangs over the heads of all ISP Internet operators.

It is very difficult to break this monopoly.

In the United States, ISP companies will find a way to buy fixed-line companies, or they will have to lay their own optical fiber, but the investment cost is too great.

Since the early 90s, the U.S. telecommunications industry has started a wave of mergers and acquisitions, and the pace of globalization of the telecommunications industry has become faster and faster.

But they're still not triple play!

If Wujiang Group does not do triple play, then Wujiang Group will also face the problem of "last mile monopoly".

However, in the 90s, to do fiber to the home, I am afraid that it is not a loss, it must be with the help of telephone lines.

But the phone line is slow.

If the three-in-one network is done, then the cost of fiber-to-the-home can be shared by the three major networks, and it will not be expensive.

Internet speeds have also increased across the country.

Fiber optic cable TV has a higher definition picture and a more stable network.

The sound quality of fixed-line calls is better, and the cost has become lower.

It's very affordable and a win-win!

……

Lead the meeting room.

"Hahaha, it's so suspenseful, fortunately, Zhao Ye proposed 'three networks in one' relatively early, otherwise, our TV network would have invested money to build a fiber optic TV network. Now, the three major networks bear the cost publicly, and the cost borne by each can be greatly reduced!! The senior official in charge of the optical fiber cable television network was overjoyed and loudly expressed his support for the "three networks in one"

The funds of various departments are very tight, and they can save money.

The idea of "triple play in one" is really wonderful, and many leaders are still very excited.

"Academician Chen, can the idea of 'three networks in one' proposed by Zhao Ye be realized?" The big leader looked at an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and asked.

Academician Chen was very excited and immediately replied: "Purely technically, it is definitely achievable!" Moreover, I am also a strong supporter of triple play because the benefits of triple play are so many......"

The big leader asked for the opinions of other experts, and almost all of them unanimously agreed with the proposal of "three networks in one".

Seeing this, the big leader did not drag the mud and water at all, and directly said: "In this case, then build a 'three-in-one', and all major departments need to fully cooperate!" Whether China can lead the world in optical fiber cable television, fixed-line telephone, and computer networks all depends on this!! ”

"Yes!!"

……

This time, Huo Xingwei's reply to the minister was also relatively fast.

Zhao Ye received the news the next day.

"Mr. Zhao, the state has agreed to the 'triple play' project, and all major departments will fully cooperate!"

"Really? That's just great! Zhao Ye said happily.

"Mr. Zhao, the technical aspect depends on the Wujiang Group, whatever manpower you need, you can mention it, and the country will help you as much as possible!"

"That's great, I'm worried about the shortage of manpower, so I hope to be able to seconded a group of excellent engineers from the state to participate in research and development!" Zhao Ye said happily.

Liu Bei borrowed Jingzhou - there is no repayment.

I have borrowed and repaid, but if they miss the Wujiang Group after they go back, it will be none of my business......

Rather than letting many researchers have nothing to do now, it is better to go to Wujiang Group to shine.

The country has a little money now, but it is still not rich enough.

A lot of money has been invested in infrastructure, especially highways and railways, which are costly.

As the saying goes, "If you want to get rich, you must first build roads." ”

The country has been building roads, and the road conditions in this life are much better than in the same period in previous lives.

In fact, investing in highways is also quite profitable.

For example, in the early 90s, Hong Kong tycoon Hu Yingxiang invested 12.2 billion yuan to build the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Expressway, after the completion of the project, the annual income is about 2 billion, and the annual repair cost will cost 800 million, so it can make a net profit of 1.2 billion per year, and the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Expressway has earned 41 billion in 15 years after its completion.

……

Wujiang Group.

A month later, Shi Yuanzhou, the head of the Internet backbone network route planning team, came to Zhao Ye's office.

"Chairman, this is the basic route of our Internet backbone network, please take a look, the red line is the backbone network I draw!"

Shi Yuanzhou handed over a map, Zhao Ye took it and studied it carefully, then looked at Shi Yuanzhou and asked: "Most of the lines of the Internet backbone network highly overlap with China's high-speed lines?!" ”

"Yes, chairman, the overall planning of China's expressways basically follows the layout of our Internet backbone network, so most of the routes coincide."

Shi Yuanzhou paused, thought for a moment, and then said, "In addition, our optical fiber will be buried underground, so it is best to lay it along the highway!" ”

When Zhao Ye heard Shi Yuanzhou's explanation, he couldn't help but nod secretly in approval.

At this time, I saw Shi Yuanzhou hesitate for a moment, and suddenly said: "Chairman, I have a suggestion I don't know if I want to talk to you!" ”

Zhao Ye smiled: "If you have any suggestions, just say it." ”

Hearing this, Shi Yuanzhou nodded, and said slowly: "Chairman, my suggestion is that Wujiang Group can invest in highway construction. According to my research, the highway in the busy area is actually very profitable, and it can be said that it is making money every day! For example, the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Expressway, which connects Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong, will definitely make a lot of money by investing in this expressway!

Previously, when I was planning the route of the Internet backbone network, I had a chat with the relevant leaders of the Ministry of Communications of the local government, and they are now trying to find a way to raise funds. When I learned that I was working in Wujiang Group, I hoped that I could help you mention the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Expressway to you, the chairman, but this project, I have studied it carefully, and it is indeed a very profitable project. ”

When Zhao Ye heard this, he couldn't help but be surprised.

He couldn't help but think that this is the most profitable highway in China, the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Expressway.

"Your suggestion is good, I decided to vote for it! In addition......"

Zhao Ye was stunned, and he suddenly thought that there are actually many highways in China that are also very profitable, but they are not as profitable as the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Expressway, but they can provide stable income.

Since the release of Shenzhou Computer, Hongmeng system, and PC games, Wujiang Group has made a lot of money, and is fully capable of investing in the highway.

If you want to get rich, build roads first.

After the highway is repaired, it can lay a solid foundation for the development of the e-commerce logistics industry in the future.

If there is no highway, the delivery time will be more than ten days, and the user's patience will be exhausted. Without a good user experience, how can the e-commerce industry develop?

Wujiang Express, it must arrive in one week!

"Wujiang Group is a responsible enterprise, paving the way for the motherland to build bridges, and it is incumbent on us. At present, the state is still taking out loans to build highways, which is really difficult, and it happens that Wujiang Group has some spare money, so I plan to set up Wujiang Transportation Investment Company, which is mainly responsible for investing in domestic highways! Shi Yuanzhou, would you like to concurrently serve as the general manager of Wujiang Transportation Investment Company? ”

Shi Yuanzhou was a little stunned at the moment, he quickly came back to his senses, nodded to Zhao Ye and said, "I am willing!! ”

Zhao Ye patted Shi Yuanzhou's shoulder and said, "Do a good job, I'm optimistic about you!" ”

(End of chapter)