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Subject: Re: SSDF Deep Fritz - Shredder 2, 3,5 - 0,5 Now: 17 - 4

Author: Peter Berger

Date: 02:57:15 01/16/01

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This test makes no sense .

I do understand that SSDF has a scientific, statistical conception .

I also understand that it is important to play new programs against established
ones to get a good, reliable ranking .

But the ELO system only works well within a certain range . When the difference
in strength and hardware is too high the results get completely random IMHO .

One match point more or less will result in _huge_ rating differences .

I think the maximum rating difference for the opponents chosen for a match
should be limitted . And for the time when the rating is still unknown you
should make an educated guess ( similar to seeding ).

This is not meant to critisize your list , only as a suggestion for improval.

pete



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