Author: Mogens Larsen
Date: 12:05:06 11/14/00
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On November 14, 2000 at 14:14:22, Alvaro Rodriguez wrote: >Yes, if I had my own program to operate, I would not distinguish between humans >and computers when analyzing the games, but I guess there is a difference. Bob >for example, would care as he prefers to play against the GM´s on ICC and >analyzes those games with more interest then against computers. It depends on >who is operating, but I guess most of the operators cares wheather it´s a human >or a computer. I think that is true if it's the programmer who operates the program or owns the account, because it could diminish the value of the data significantly. Frankly, I couldn't care less about the ordinary consumer. The main objective must be to have fun with a program you've bought. That should be independent of whether you're playing a human or a disguised computer. >Advanced chess is interesting for sure, but I think you should tell your >opponent before the game if you are about to use a program as a "coach". That can be quite difficult if the programmer or operator isn't there, but you're right in principle. But if you're not interested in a permanent computer account then I don't see any problems in testing a new (or old) computer program against a computer account for fun, doing as little harm as possible. >Otherwise, your opponent thinks he´s playing against a human and that is wrong >IMO. Mogens, what do you mean when you say you are against computer program >"rights" in general ? Basically I don't find that "cheating" against computer programs is in the same league as cheating against a human being at all. Unless we're talking about special circumstances, ie. programmers needing information from games against a human player or something similar. Playing advanced chess against a computer account is just as valid as buying the latest software and hardware for the sole purpose of being the best account at ICC. The latter option won't make you a better chess player. Maybe ICC should contemplate making (AC) accounts as well, or remove the human accounts altogether. No more cheating :o). Mogens.
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