Chapter 78: Buying New Year Goods

Chapter 78: Buying New Year Goods

In the following days, Wu Hao provided several instructions to the base's intelligent program, "Zero." These instructions were related to maintaining the daily operations of the base and handling any unexpected situations.

Although the current "Zero" program is only a pseudo-intelligence and has limited capabilities, it is sufficient for handling the base's routine tasks.

Wu Hao also considered creating a true artificial intelligence program. However, true artificial intelligence cannot be developed using current computers. Moreover, once an artificial intelligence program is created, it requires a massive infrastructure to sustain its existence.

Even the most advanced supercomputers in the world today are unable to support its presence. Only quantum-level computers can accommodate a true artificial intelligence.

The field of quantum computing is currently being researched by various countries and institutions worldwide. In recent years, there have been developments in the creation of "quantum computers" by some research institutions.

However, these "quantum computers" are only in name and do not possess the true capabilities of quantum computing. Their computing power is not significant. In contrast, a true quantum computer has computing power many times faster than the world's current fastest computer, the Tianhe-2.

In other words, while it would take "Tianhe-2" hundreds of years to perform a calculation, a quantum computer could complete it in just one second.

One can imagine that once quantum computers are successfully developed, human technology will experience another significant leap forward.

However, there are many challenges to overcome in the creation of a true quantum computer. For example, the materials and processes involved in manufacturing chips need to be solved. If this problem cannot be adequately addressed, the birth of quantum computers will not be possible.

Moreover, manufacturing computer chips involves nanotechnology. Currently, human knowledge in nanotechnology only allows for the production of chips at the 14nm or 7nm level. Perhaps there will be further advancements in the future, but it clearly requires substantial time for accumulation and development.

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After taking a look at the merchandise in this shop, Wu Hao decided to pass by directly because he lost interest in their products after roughly scanning them with his spiritual perception.

"All this talk about not being a dud and having good quality is complete nonsense." Although Wu Hao knew it in his heart, he wouldn't say it out loud. Instead, he moved on to another shop because he sensed that the quality of their products was noticeably better than the previous one.

"Boss, do you have a large stock of fireworks like this in your shop?" The shop owner, a man in his 50s, smiled as he heard Wu Hao's inquiry. "Plenty! The storefront is too small to display a lot, but we have several boxes of inventory in the warehouse behind."

"Alright then, I'll take all the fireworks of this type, and three boxes each of these other varieties!" Wu Hao nodded casually.

"Are you buying so many? Are you here to restock?" The shop owner was momentarily taken aback.

"No, I'm buying them for personal use at home." Wu Hao smiled and continued, "By the way, can you arrange for transportation? These fireworks and firecrackers take up quite a bit of space, and I'll be buying some other items later. My car won't be able to fit all of them."

"Yes, of course! Where do you want them delivered? I'll have my son bring them to you later." The shop owner agreed readily. Wu Hao's purchase amounted to tens of thousands of yuan, essentially depleting their stock of large fireworks and firecrackers. So, he was happy to offer delivery service.

"Thank you so much!" Wu Hao expressed his gratitude and informed the shop owner of his hometown address. Although the shop owner thought the distance was a bit far, considering the substantial amount of the purchase and Wu Hao's willingness to pay, he wasn't the type to be petty.

After Wu Hao paid, the shop owner made a phone call to summon his son to the shop. Within 10 minutes, a long version of a van arrived at the store entrance.

As Wu Hao looked at the young man getting out of the vehicle, he felt a sense of familiarity, and his memories quickly revealed the young man's identity.

And when the young man saw Wu Hao, he seemed hesitant to speak. After a brief moment, he spoke with a mix of realization and uncertainty, "You're Wu Hao, right?"