| About Fritz 11 Chess SoftwareNew in Fritz 11 New, dramatically improved chess engine (about 80 Elo points stronger) Upgraded database with over one million games, from 1625 to 2007 Improved openings book New training function to practice the calculation of variations New section on the chess server with tactical puzzle solving competitions; "the magic eye" which scans the 3D board, making the search visible for the user.
Fritz 11 - The Ultimate Chess PartnerIntroducing the latest version of Fritz, the program that for many years now has fascinated the chess world. It played against the legendary Garry Kasparov in New York and in 2006, beat world champion Vladimir Kramnik 4:2 in a big public match in Bonn, Germany. Millions of fans followed these great duels between man and machine and were delighted by the world class games that they produced. But don’t be afraid - Fritz has a different side to its personality. The program will help you along during the game, with numerous sophisticated coaching functions, adjusting its playing strength to exactly match that of any opponent. It graphically displays threats and plans, and provides full opening statistics.
For beginners Fritz 11 will explain moves and positions, or warn you of dangers and of errors you are committing. Fritz 11 also has instructive training modules and amusing handicap levels. For club and tournament players Fritz 11 has long been a trusted friend and indispensable advisor, helping them to study their games and find new opening ideas for the next tournament.
A database with more than a million games provides the basis for state-of-the-art analysis. Even Garry Kasparov has used Fritz on a regular basis. How often have you attended personal Grandmaster lectures or training sessions? With its Chess Media System Fritz 11 brings the world’s greatest chess players into your living room, in full high resolution video and sound and a synchronised graphic chessboard. Listen to Garry Kasparov, Vladimir Kramnik, Viktor Korchnoi, Alexei Shirov or (former world champion) Rustam Kasimdzhanov while they explain important openings and ideas that lead to success. A host of famous chess teachers provide instruction in more mundane(!) subjects, like opening traps, middlegame strategy, or endgame skills. Video running time: more than 13 hours!
Fritz 11 makes it easy for you to play against other human beings, at any time, day or night. It provides you with a one-click connection to the largest chess community in the world, Playchess.com (1 year access). You can play quick and informal games at any level, take part in tournaments, or attend live lectures and training sessions. You can also watch great international events, which are broadcast live on the server, and you can discuss the moves with players and Grandmasters from all over the world. It is an experience you will not want to miss. System requirements: Minimum: Pentium 300 MHz, 64 MB RAM, Windows Vista or XP (SP 2), DVD ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9.
Recommended: Pentium IV 2.2 GHz or higher, 256 MB RAM, Windows Vista, GeForce5 or compatible graphics card with 64 MB RAM or higher, 100% DirectX compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 9, DVD ROM drive.
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