Number of legal 18x18 Go positions computed. One more to go

Re:Number of legal 18x18 Go positions computed. One more to go by Dowwie on Sunday March 08, 2015 @09:46PM (#9168444)

I really enjoy playing go. I found the online platforms burdensome and poor at matching me with beginners of similar experience. For years I've imagined Go bringing the world closer together through a platform that combines use of a physical board with Internet connectivity. Playing in person is so much more gratifying.

if anyone would like to simulate this experience together we can Skype play

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Re:Number of legal 18x18 Go positions computed. One more to go by esgoto on Sunday March 08, 2015 @11:01PM (#9168736)

>poor at matching me with beginners of similar experience

I don't know what server(s) you tried, but unfortunately quite a few of them have a sandbagger problem at the lower ranks. Also the ranking system itself has its inconveniences. The difference between a 19 kyu and a 16 kyu might be nearly negligible, but the difference between a 3 kyu and a 1 kyu is usually not. Coupled with the fact that it takes servers a few games to get an accurate rank, it often makes for a frustrating experience for beginners.

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