Author: Vincent Diepeveen
Date: 20:09:37 10/13/03
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On October 12, 2003 at 03:59:53, Steven Edwards wrote: >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. You know how it works. Just show some cash to Levy and you got your world title without playing :)
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