Author: John Merlino
Date: 10:09:15 10/02/02
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On October 02, 2002 at 06:07:20, Stuart Smith wrote: >I understand from other posts that there are no absolute values for ELO ratings >regarding skill levels of people, but is it possible to give some indication of >the ELO range that can be expected for someone of average ability who has just >started to play chess. > >Similarily, some ELO ranges for different levels of skill/experience would be >helpful e.g. absolute beginner, average club player, good club player etc. > >I have just bought CM9000 and would like some idea of which personality I may be >capable of having a good game with. > >Thanks I would suggest starting against a 1200-1400 rated personality, in a game at a time control that you are comfortable with. You can even give the personality a little less time if you don't feel like waiting around, but I would not recommend it, since you are trying to find your own level. In CM9000, when you create your user account, you should press the "What is My Rating?" button. Answer the question about your age and experience with chess, and the program will give you a rating that could very well be near your strength. Also, you could try using the "Game -> Quickstart" menu group, and you will see the approximate strength of players in all of those rating groups. Try the "Beginner" group first, and work your way up until you find a reasonable opponent. jm
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