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Subject: Re: Why Yace isn't tested in SSDF ?

Author: Mogens Larsen

Date: 02:16:10 12/08/01

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On December 07, 2001 at 19:05:18, Mike S. wrote:

>I think so, either with WinBoard or the UCI (Shredder 5/6) GUI. Isn't there an
>autoplayer engine for WinBoard?

There is one created by Rémi Coulom. The problem would be an official opening
book. So it might be better to use the Shredder GUI and the Shredder book. But
_not_ a Chessbase GUI.

>Time is limited... they cannot test all.

That's true. However, I think it's possible to increase effectiveness and
planning.

>But Yace would be a candidate IMO, if SSDF wants to include more of the best
>free programs. They should also consider using Crafty in WinBoard.

I agree. It would be more sensible if the list showed some of the free
alternatives beyond Crafty.

>If we only count up-to-date versions, I wouldn't be surprised if Yace was in the
>Top-10. I nearly expect it.

That sounds plausible.

Regards,
Mogens



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