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Subject: Re: The ICGA World Computer Chess Championship

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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