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Subject: Re: Can a PC programme beat a top GM in a match?

Author: Steve B

Date: 19:23:53 01/02/05

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>By the same token, you collect chess computers. There is something about them
>very charming... very fascinating. Its been great to watch them develop and
>grow. Inevitably the PC programs took over from the dedicated machines which was
>sad in a way. I loved my chess computers. The Novag Forte was really something
>else and how I longed for a Mephisto... holy smokes... beautiful craftmanship
>and a tough opponent any day of the week... I had to settle for Chess Genius 5
>on a PC due to financial constraints... but its just not the same feeling. Those
>big chunky wooden pieces feel so good in one's hands. :-)
>
>Getting a bit off topic... oh well...

no no
dead center ON topic

a chess programmer who loves the game AND appreciates the old computers
now THAT is something special

pleasure to meet you good sir!

Highest Regards
Steve



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