Re: computer-go: Most simple Go rules

[Robert Jasiek <jasiek@xxxxxxxx>]

Nick Wedd wrote:
> I think we all agree that a program that is detected trying to make an
> illegal move forfeits the game. [...]

IMO, we should not discuss tournament rules until we will
have agreed on the core rules of play. Otherwise we lose
track of our discussions.

> The question is, who is required to
> detect, or entitled to alert, an illegal move.

The entity of detection is by far not the only problem related
to illegal moves, but I refrain from giving any details now.

> at least three forms of superko rule

I can't resist to point out that this is an under-statement:)

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robert jasiek