Author: Helmut Conrady
Date: 06:12:13 01/16/01
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On January 16, 2001 at 07:05:36, Jouni Uski wrote: >On January 16, 2001 at 05:57:15, Peter Berger wrote: > >>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 . > >It not too high in this case at all! In ssdf list Fritz6 has around 2600 and >Shredder2 2400 - it's about 200 points, which is not too much. > >Jouni If you are listed 202 points higher than your opponent you will have a performance of 76% to hold your rating (official FIDE list)! BTW: 17 from 21 is 81% and 251 ELo above your opponent. Helmut
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