Since we can no longer count on doubling single-processor speed every 18 months,
go programs will need to scale across multiple processors. Dual-core systems
are
common; a pair of duos can be had for $5K or so. IBM sells four dual-core
processors
in a single rackmount chassis, and can be expected to make four quad-cores
available by
the end of the year. Both Intel and AMD have announced multicore roadmaps.
Less
well-known processors, such as Sun's UltraSparc T1, have 8 cores and up to 32
simultaneous threads.
Terry McIntyre
----- Original Message ----
From: steve uurtamo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Cc: computer-go <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2007 4:18:01 AM
Subject: Re: [computer-go] Gnugo vs commercial programs
> I still don't understand your point. Are you just trying to say
> computers have a long way to go to beat really strong humans?
nope -- i'm saying that until extra time makes a measurable
difference in the strength of a program, worrying about how
much time a program spends on any particular activity (like
winning or losing a game) is less important than worrying about
the activity itself.
s.
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