Author: Christopher R. Dorr
Date: 07:25:07 06/08/99
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Decision tree time :) If CM6000 does not work on NT (I know that CM5000 had major problems in this area, unsure if CM6000 fixed the problems), then only choice is Fritz5. If both work on NT, then, given your situation, I'd choose CM6000 in a heartbeat. Here's why: A. CM6000 = $19.95, Fritz5 = $50.00 B. I've taught chess for almost a decade now, and have found the teaching features in CM6000 superior to those of any other playing program. excellent tutorial and training features. C. Equivalent strength for analysis and top level play. I'm a USCF 2200, and can't tell the difference in strength at all. D. CM6000 has better features for keeping the interest of a child. Many kids find fiddling with sets, sounds, etc. very appealing. Additionally, I've found that smoe kids respond well to playing the 'personalities' in CM6000. E. I feel that the handicapping features in CM6000 (an absolute must! Nothing turns a kid off of chess quicker than getting crushed 100% of the time by anyone or anything - I try to find a level that lets a child win approx 25% of the time, and CM6000 has such a level). I have both programs. I like both of them, and my recommendation to you would be different if you or your son were trying to make your final IM norms, but for most users, CM6000 is a great choice, and an exceptional buy. Chris On June 07, 1999 at 17:09:31, George Bullock wrote: >Hi all, > >Two questions: > >1) Which of the above would you recommend, given that it will be used by a 10 >1/2 year-old beginner-intermediate player and his 39 year-old patzer dad? > >2) I run NT 4.0. Will Chessmaster simply not run on this platform or is it just >not supported? > >Thanks, > >George Bullock
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