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Re:How to reset the "friend mode" rating in Fritz or Chess Tiger? - 2006/08/14 18:23
"Alberich" wrote I`m unclear on why the friend mode would need reset somewhere other than in the "handicap setting" window (Game/Levels/Friend Mode and then in the window that pops up, you enter a handicap setting to alter the strength of the engine). I always thought that this is the only setting that the engine used to alter it`s strength in friend mode. You set it in increments of 1/100th of a pawn, and from what the help file says, if it`s set to 200 the computer is in effect giving you 2 pawn odds, or reducing its playing strength to the equivalent of that.
One thing that is very unclear to me in the help file is that it says "the smaller your handicap, the stronger you are" and that strong players will get a *negative* handicap setting as the engine adjusts to the person`s playing strength. Then in the very next sentence it says that if your handicap setting goes *down to -400* you are advised to learn beginner tactics. Sounds contradictory. If somebody could read this (pasted in the next paragraph) and offer an interpretation I`d appreciate it. If I can`t get this clarified I`ll e-mail ChessBase.
Here`s what the help file says regarding Friend Mode: In this mode the program automatically adjusts its level of play to match that of the opponent. When you start, it asks you for your "Handicap". This is similar to golf and is measured in 100ths of a pawn. If you give a high value (e.g., 200 = two pawns) the program will reduce its strength considerably. Afterwards the program will adjust your handicap to reflect your real playing strength. The smaller your handicap, the stronger you are. Top players will indeed achieve a negative handicap. If after about six games the program sets your handicap to below -400 (= minus four pawns), you are advised to practice elementary chess tactics and to concentrate on avoiding material loss. You should consider using the coach functions "Threatened squares" and "Show threat".
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