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Subject: Re: The ICGA World Computer Chess Championship

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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