Author: Lawrence S. Tamarkin
Date: 11:17:09 12/26/98
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Both programs have their merits. Chess Master can play against you with it 64 predifined personalities, some of them at the level you indicated. It has many tutorials, some at the very beginning level, and the price can't be beat, at about $40 dollars. Chess Mentor has a clearity of production that is quite impressive. One of their course is called, quoting the Chess Mentor page; "Chess Mentor - Basic Chess Course contains 653 chess challenges and is designed for beginners and novices who want to go beyond the simple basics covered by Exploring & Appreciating Chess (A Course for Beginners) but are not yet sure how far they want to take their chess. This course is about half-way between Exploring & Appreciating Chess (A Course for Beginners) and Chess Mentor - Comprehensive Chess Course, and the challenges are a subset of Chess Mentor - Comprehensive Chess Course. Using Chess Mentor - Basic Chess Course, you will develop a basic foundation in tactics, learn some checkmate patterns, and some endgame, opening and positional concepts. It will give you the confidence to join a chess club and to enter tournaments at USCF Class E or D level (ratings between 1000 to 1400)." I recommend both programs very highly, you can't go wrong. If price is the main issue, and you simply much play against the program, then get CM6000. If you want the most clear designed & helpful instruction, then Buy Chess Mentor. Another possibility for you is to download the Mentor Demo, and Buy CM6000. That way you can have both at the best price. mrslug - the inkompetent chess software addict! On December 26, 1998 at 13:51:31, jeffrey jensen wrote: >I am new to computer chess (and chess for that matter) and I am looking for >resources to improve my chess. I currently hold a rating of 934 over at ICC. >I am interested in the relative merits of Chess Mentor and CM6000. I am also >considering on-line lessons. Any suggestions/comments are greatly appreciated >ps this is a great site...
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