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Subject: Re: A new way to make Hiarcs 10 stronger!

Author: Mark R. Anderson

Date: 03:08:53 02/24/06

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On February 24, 2006 at 02:48:09, Kurt Utzinger wrote:

>On February 23, 2006 at 21:05:28, Bahram Namjou wrote:
>
>>Don't change any parameter!! Just increase the Contempt value to [10]. That's
>>it! It really works in serious games (40/40) and this value is enough to avoid
>>early  draw and so engine search more carefully for winning lines and at the
>>same time it is not that high to get trapped when it is really time for
>>draw...Hope to see your thoughts and possible results soon...Bahram
>
>      Interesting recommendation and a trial worth.
>      Best regards
>      Kurt [http://www.utzingerk.com]

Kurt,

I agree.  How about Bahram's recommendation, PLUS hypermodern, which also seems
to get better results (perhaps 15-20 Elo).

Mark



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