Author: Mogens Larsen
Date: 11:32:33 06/13/00
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On June 13, 2000 at 14:01:09, Pete R. wrote: >Because they are fun to watch. I like to observe and try to see the move before >they play it, or if they play something else I can try to understand why. I can >save the game in PGN and then analyze it if something caught my attention. >Studying how strong players play is the best way to improve, IMO. You can play >also play against them of course, and they give lectures, or running commentary >and analysis of games in big tournaments, etc. Why would you want to go >somewhere where there are only amateurs, children, and cheaters?? It's also >entertaining to watch humans vs. computers, e.g. Hawkeye vs. any computer. Just >amazing. And of course since you are here you have an interest in computer >chess, so you can watch humans vs. these programs or the programs against each >other. You're making an awful generalization IMO. Either you are blessed with the company of grandmasters or playing against amateurs, children and cheaters :o). I think that most people will use little or no time watching GM's play, nor would they understand much watching such a game. I know I wouldn't. The prescence of rated players is of little concern if you're only looking to play a game of chess, which is the majority I believe. Cheaters are just as frequent at ICC as anywhere else and computer programs can be found anywhere. Best wishes... Mogens
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