Author: Steven Edwards
Date: 00:59:53 10/12/03
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On October 12, 2003 at 03:30:13, Rodney Topor wrote: >On October 11, 2003 at 13:21:03, GuyHaworth wrote: >>Given multiple processors on a chip, PCs with FPGA-assist etc., the >>micro/non-micro divide is becoming less meaningful. Common-platform tournaments >>seem attractive, but some engines suit a particular platform more than others. > >Unless... What about defining a microcomputer in terms of weight. A micro- >computer is a self-contained computer weighing less than, say, 6 ounces. >At present, that would lead to a contest between the best programs running >on Palm OS and PocketPC (and similar) handheld devices. Even if moves were >currently relayed by hand, this would be an interesting contest now, and a more >interesting contest in the future... Another idea is to classify the competitors by wattage. Mainframe entrants would also be charged for air conditioning power requirements.
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