Comment Re:Here's a real "what's the point" question: (Score 1) 252
We devote about 50% of our resources to implement teaching and training features in Fritz -- essentially to make the program weaker, but in a realistic, human fashion. Example: the "Sparring" mode in which the program tries to find moves that allow the opponent to win something with a clever combination (the regular playing mode never allows that). Afterwards it shows you all the places where you missed the tactics it had set up for you and quizzes you on the correct move to play.
With Fritz7 the main intention is to get people to play people on the Fritz server. So one full half of the program is devoted to logging into the chess club and playing against people all over the world or following broadcasts of important events.
It is only when you go to the other half and tell the engine to play full strength with no holds barred that you get wopped. Unless your first name is Garry, Vlady or Vishy. Then you just get a very good fight.
With Fritz7 the main intention is to get people to play people on the Fritz server. So one full half of the program is devoted to logging into the chess club and playing against people all over the world or following broadcasts of important events.
It is only when you go to the other half and tell the engine to play full strength with no holds barred that you get wopped. Unless your first name is Garry, Vlady or Vishy. Then you just get a very good fight.
