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Subject: Re: 64-bit how far along are the top programs now

Author: Steve Maughan

Date: 10:24:50 12/22/00

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>single processor version.  so where do we stand with the top chess programs
>being compatible with the 64-bit technology. are these being worked on now, or
>is it too early to be concerned about this developement.

The bitboard programs will most likely get the biggest boost but other will also
benefit e.g. hash table probing.  I think Bob Hyatt has been preparing for 64
bit since 1996 when he started Crafty.  Most apps are written in c or c++ so
it'll be a simple re-compile for most people.

>someday kns will be an obsolete chess term no longer used.

It already is!

Steve



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