Author: Melvin S. Schwartz
Date: 13:41:05 01/19/99
In the review of the Novag Diamond, it is stated by Mr. Kaufman that with the "Selectivity" feature on the computer rating is about 100 points higher. I am somewhat baffled at this because the "Brute Force" search mode would seem to be superior since it examines the position more extensively. Unfortunately, in the manual of my Mephisto atlanta, it doesn't say which is stronger only that Brute Force search minimizes the risk of an oversight. My question is whether Mr. Kaufman is correct in his assumption that Selective search is superior to Brute Force search? Also, if I remember correctly, Novag claimed according to Mr. Kaufman that Selective "On" was superior. Is there an answer from some authority as to whether Selective or Brute Force results in a higher rating?
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