RE: [Bug-gnubg] Why is odd ply equity always lower?

[Holger]

At 11:59 19.06.2003 +0100, Ian Shaw wrote:
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Nis
> > Sent: 18 June 2003 21:25
> >
> > Thus a fix should only "need" to be applied for cube
> > decisions (and cubeful
> > chequerplay? Someone help me here)
>
> Maybe the "need" is only there for cube decisions and chequer play can
> get by quite happily "as is", but when we are analysing our matches or
> doing research I think we would like to see equities as accurate as
> possible for positions too.

In close decisions it might even make a difference in chequer play. And 
like you already said it's better to have a more correct (if it hopefully 
turns out to be) value for the position, anyway.

> > Measuring
>
> As usual, I can't compile code (I ought to try Holger's instructions
> sometime), but I can run it. If all that's needed is some PC power I can
> help.

It's really simple and takes probably half an hour. The most time is spent 
on downloading.
If somebody will try or has tried the procedure I'd be happy to hear how it 
went. Please drop me a note also when all went smoothly. And if there 
should appear any problem of course I'll be happy to help.

Regards,

        Holger