ChessBase Offers Remote Engine Power, Untethered from Your Computer
ChessBase 18 brings a revolutionary feature for chess enthusiasts craving immense computing power without sacrificing portability – the Remote Engine.
This innovative tool leverages the power of cloud servers, letting you harness the strength of cutting-edge chess engines without draining your laptop battery or overheating its fan.
How does it work?
After installing ChessBase 18, the Remote Engine appears in the engine dialogue, ready to be activated. Upon launch, a separate program connects you to a virtual server hosting a powerful chess engine.
"In the early days of Fritz," recounts a ChessBase developer, "we traveled with our colleague Mathias Feist to showcase the program. We even attempted a marketing stunt, pitting Fritz against prominent players simultaneously. Unfortunately, the demo fell flat – the enormous computing demands overloaded the server, causing a fuse to blow. It wasn’t the optimal promotion for our program’s reliability."
This experience highlights the need for a solution like the Remote Engine, which eliminates the worry of your local hardware struggling to cope.
For the first time, you can analyze your games or explore positions with the brute force of a supercomputer, all while enjoying the convenience of a lightweight client on your device.
The Remote Engine isn’t limited to ChessBase – its UCI compatibility ensures it can run with any UCI-compatible chess interface, making it a versatile tool for serious players and enthusiasts alike.
And while these powerful servers require some computational resources, ChessBase offers a cost-effective solution for users. If you have a ChessBase Premium account, the first machine is free!
"If you have a ChessBase premium account, you can use the first machine for free. An engine with two CPUs is entirely sufficient for most analysis purposes," explains the ChessBase team.
They further note that "The more powerful machines cost Ducats. For premium package buyers, this is convenient, as they receive a credit of 1,000 Ducats. Here’s a quick calculation showing why it’s not that expensive for users: Take the largest server, the "Jumbo." Its CPUs have a total of 48 cores." Even considering the power consumption of such a machine, the cost is relatively affordable.
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“Feist and Wüllenweber Wreck a Rack”
ChessBase goes the extra mile to ensure your analysis experience is transparent and secure. The Remote Engine leverages servers located in Finland, taking advantage of the region’s renewable energy sources and robust infrastructure.
The team anecdote about a faulty Baltic Sea cable highlights the importance of reliable connectivity and the lengths ChessBase goes to safeguard user data:
"Shortly before our autumn sales campaign, the new Lichess cache server suddenly became extremely slow… It quickly became clear that all Finnish servers were lagging. We thought: Maybe someone’s been tampering with a Baltic Sea cable. A week later, news broke about the damage to the "C-Lion1" cable."
With
ChessBase’s Remote Engine,
the future of chess analysis is accessible to everyone, whether you’re a seasoned grandmaster or a casual player looking to sharpen your game. The convenience of cloud computing, combined with ChessBase’s commitment to performance and affordability, makes this a game-changer in the world of chess.
## Unlocking Chess Power: An Interview on ChessBase 18S Remote Engine
**World-Today-News.com**: Chess enthusiasts, rejoice! ChessBase 18 has dropped, bringing a game-changer – the Remote Engine. To delve into this revolutionary feature, we’re joined by **[Name of ChessBase representative, e.g., David Bronstein, senior Product Manager]**. Welcome, David!
**David Bronstein**: Thanks for having me. We’re excited about the possibilities the Remote Engine unlocks for chess players.
**WTN:** Let’s jump right in.Can you break down the Remote Engine for our readers? What exactly is it, and how dose it work?
**DB:** At its core, the Remote Engine taps into the immense processing power of cloud servers. Think of it as having a supercomputer dedicated to your chess analysis, accessible from anywhere.
After installing ChessBase 18, the Remote Engine appears as an option in the engine dialog, just like any other engine.You simply select it, and instead of using your local machine’s resources, your analysis will be processed on these powerful remote servers.
**WTN:** That sounds incredible! What are the key advantages for chess players?
**DB:** Several! Firstly, you gain access to considerably powerful engines than most personal computers could handle. This translates into deeper and more accurate analysis.
Secondly, it frees you from the limitations of your local hardware. Your laptop battery won’t drain faster during long analysis sessions, and you won’t experiance overheating issues. It also means you can analyze on the go, from anywhere with an internet connection.
it’s incredibly user-amiable.There’s no complex setup or technical knowledge required. Just install chessbase 18 and you’re good to go.
**WTN:** This seems like a huge leap forward for chess analysis. Are there any limitations to be aware of?
**DB:** Primarily, you’ll need a stable internet connection for the Remote Engine to function seamlessly.
Also, while we’ve optimized the system for speed and efficiency, there might be slight latency depending on your connection.
**WTN:** What’s next for the Remote Engine? Will we see further enhancements in future ChessBase releases?
**DB:** Absolutely! This is just the beginning. We’re constantly working on improving speed, expanding engine options, and adding more features to further enhance the Remote Engine experience.
**WTN:** David, thank you for unveiling this exciting new feature for our readers. It seems ChessBase 18 is truly taking chess analysis to a new level.
**DB:** My pleasure. We’re confident chess players will love the power and flexibility the Remote Engine offers.
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