The planning of the internet backbone network route will likely take a long time, as it involves the interests of multiple parties.
Just like building high-speed rail, regions connected by high-speed rail will naturally benefit from it.
Therefore, the government has also sent personnel to work together to plan the route of the backbone network.
At present, Wujiang Group's main task is to develop high-performance, low-cost optical fibers.
To develop optical fiber, Wujiang Group directly invested $1 billion in research and development, which is a huge investment these days.
Currently, not many companies are willing to invest so much in research and development of optical fibers.
However, fiber optic cables are actually very profitable, as they are used not only for the Internet but also for cable television networks.
In the previous life, China's first fiber optic cable television network was built in the upper district in 1992. Before that, most television networks used coaxial cables for transmission, or people installed antennas at home to receive wireless signals. However, if coaxial cables were used, poor contact at the connectors would cause interference, and wireless signals would be particularly weak during thunderstorms.
With the laying of optical fibers, the era of cable television was ushered in.
Zhao Ye wants to achieve the convergence of the three networks, but currently there are still some technical shortcomings that are difficult to resolve in the short term.
He was also hesitant about whether to develop the technology for the convergence of three networks in one step, so that laying one fiber optic cable would enable the use of all three networks, greatly saving costs.
Back in 1997, Director Zhou Hongren wrote an article in Computerworld, introducing to China for the first time the internationally leading concept of "welcoming the new era of computer, television and telephone integration," which was the earliest "three-network convergence" in China.
Zhao Ye stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, lost in thought. He enjoyed looking out into the distance, and couldn't help but feel a sense of grandeur, like the poem "When I reach the summit, all the mountains appear small." Thinking with this mindset gave him a broad perspective. Of course, this was just his own opinion.
"It's 1990 now. If I were to be the first to propose 'three-network convergence,' I could make a name for myself. Moreover, the advantages of 'three-network convergence' are extremely obvious. If China were to be the first to develop 'three-network convergence' from the very beginning, it could drive the rapid development of the computer, television, and telephone industries!"
"I understand the technology behind the convergence of telecommunications, broadcasting, and the internet. It mainly involves basic digital technology, broadband technology, IP technology, software technology, and so on..."
Zhao Ye couldn't help but reveal a hint of anticipation, murmuring, "Once the 'three-network convergence' is successful, information services will shift from single-service to integrated multimedia services such as text, voice, data, images, and video. Moreover, it will greatly reduce infrastructure investment, simplify network management, lower maintenance costs, and transform networks from independent professional networks to integrated networks, thereby improving network performance and further enhancing resource utilization!"
"The convergence of telecommunications, broadcasting, and the internet has broken the long-standing vicious competition between telecom operators and broadcasting operators in the video transmission field. Major operators will be competing for the same market share, and the rates for watching TV, accessing the internet, and making phone calls may be bundled together and reduced!"
"This is a meritorious deed for the present and a benefit for future generations!!!"
"Currently, the first fiber optic television network hasn't been built in China yet, so a lot of money hasn't been wasted. It's easier to change course now. If we waited until 1997 when Director Zhou Hongren proposed 'three networks in one,' it would be very difficult to turn back. It would be a fait accompli; after all, the country has already invested so much money in fiber optics—it's not something that can be easily discarded. Now, the country hasn't invested in fiber optic cable television networks yet—that's the opportunity! My proposed 'three networks in one' will definitely pass the country's approval!!!"
Thinking of this, Zhao Ye's face turned solemn. He felt a great sense of accomplishment in bringing about the "three networks in one" system, as Europe and the United States were lagging behind China!
Soon, Zhao Ye picked up the phone and contacted Minister Huo Xingwei. After the call was connected, he immediately told him about his idea of "three networks in one".
Minister Huo Xingwei's face immediately lit up with excitement upon hearing this.
"Mr. Zhao, is the 'three networks in one' technically feasible?" he asked hurriedly.
"Absolutely, no problem," Zhao Ye said confidently.
He paused, then continued, "The network structures, technical standards, and communication protocols of telecommunications networks, television broadcasting networks, and computer networks are all different. However, to achieve the convergence of these three networks, we must find a commonly accepted network structure, technical standards, and communication protocol. Here, IP switching is a communication protocol that can be accepted by all three networks!"
There were some things Zhao Ye didn't say.
In fact, the main problem facing the "convergence of three networks" is not technology, but human factors. The ultimate realization of the "convergence of three networks" must resolve the conflict of interest between industry sectors and the networks themselves, and the three networks must find a balance of interests that is acceptable to all.
Zhao Ye believes that this problem should be solved by the government.
Wujiang Group is responsible for providing the technology.
Minister Huo Xingwei remained silent for a moment after hearing this, and then said, "I will report this matter to the higher authorities immediately, and then invite experts to a meeting to discuss the feasibility of 'three-network integration'!"
"Okay, no problem!"
Zhao Ye smiled and nodded, saying that the convergence of the three networks was absolutely feasible, and the experts would only be amazed and then agree.
After finishing his conversation with Minister Huo, Zhao Ye thought for a moment and immediately called over Academician Zhao Zisen, the person in charge of optical fiber, and Lu Jia, the general manager of Wujiang Communication Technology Company.
A short while later, the two arrived at Zhao Ye's office.
"Hello, Chairman, is there anything I can do for you?" Academician Zhao Zisen asked first.
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