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Subject: Re: Best table-top chess computer

Author: steven blincoe

Date: 04:36:25 03/05/04

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HI Richard


>Can anyone suggest the better machine or some alternative that wont break the
>bank!

it depends on what you are looking for in a dedicated unit
both computers are priced about the same
if playing strength is all that matters to you,then the Saitek is clearly the
stronger of the two
if playing in front of a nice-full sized tournament board (with green and white
buff squares)and solid ,heavy magnetic pieces appeals to you,then the Excalibur
is your baby

one problem with the Excalibur and playing in front of your wife..
the computer makes an annoying beeping noise on each and every key-press as well
as on each and every move(both yours and the computers)
to top it off,you CANNOT disable the sound!

so unless your wife is willing to have you beeping at her every few seconds then
this could be a significant drawback
:))

Quiet Regards
Steve





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