Author: chandler yergin
Date: 20:37:12 01/02/05
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On January 01, 2005 at 16:20:40, Steve B wrote: >>By the same logic running competitions are not interesting because cars are >>faster. >> >>I never understood this logic. > >it is very easy to understand >and this is always the example that is offered to defend PC chess programs >the flaw in this argument is very clear >humans were never the fastest living things >nor were they the strongest >many animals can run faster then humans and many creatures are far stronger > >but humans were always the most intelligent creatures on earth >chess was always regarded as a game that indicates deep levels of intelligence >when played at a high level >now for $25 a PC chess program can play at near super GM strength and defeat all >but a very few humans >something is lost for the meaning and significance of chess now > >perhaps chess should not have been viewed this way by the general public but it >was nonetheless >now it is not > >chess will soon no longer be regarded with the same level of respect when played >by humans > >as for me..i have no interest in Machine competition of any kind >wether it be racing cars or two chess programs >and knowing that two of the worlds best chess players(in a World Championship >match for example)are sitting there playing moves in deep thought,while a $25 >chess program is showing every flawed move they make..takes away from the >interest and meaning of the match >this will only get worse as the silicon monster gets faster and faster > >chess as we know know it is on its death knoll Why? Chess, is like Golf, Music, Art, Mathmatics, or any or creative endeavor the goal, being enjoyment, self improvement, and self discovery. For many others that cannot play or participate in these activities, have the gift of appreciation. Chess is far from dead.. The Silicon monster is a "Tool", nothing more, and we use it to enhance our own knowledge of the game. IMO, it makes the game more exciting, not less! >Steve
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