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Originally Posted by New York Jet
A few things to address here:
- IMO, the program does not fall under..."Any software that offers direct game play advice on the appropriate action to take, and which is also programmable or configurable beyond a very basic level." It is not programmable and I would not call it advanced configuration, would you?
- If PokerStars or other sites were to ban the program while their client was open, I'd be fine with that. If they choose to do so and notify me, I'll add appropriate warning in the interface.
- IMO, this calculator alone will not make you a profitable SS'er. I'd be surprised if anyone disagrees.
Just received the following note from PokerStars.
Hello Aaron,
We're writing to you, as the author of the program 'Short Stacking Calculator', described in this forum thread:
http://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/45...culator-121624
and on this website:
http://nyjet_twoplustwo.home.mindspring.com/
To clarify, this piece of software, and others like it, are not allowed to be used during play at PokerStars (which we define as while the client software is open). We understand that such programs have legitimate uses for analysing one's game, and we are happy for players to do so after their session is over. However, we believe that such tools cross the line when used during actual game play.
For a further explanation and examples of permitted and prohibited programs, please see our website:
http://www.pokerstars.com/poker/room/prohibited/
Specifically, the section 'what kind of tools and services are prohibited?', which includes:
'Any software that offers direct game play advice on the appropriate action to take, and which is also programmable or configurable beyond a very basic level.'
You may wish to make it clear on your website that the tool is not to be used while the PokerStars client is open, in order to avoid any embarrassment or negative feedback from your users.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Regards,
Alex S
PokerStars Poker Room Management Team
Per their request, I updated the website to reflect this. I also wanted to set the record straight in the thread.
Bottom line: Don't use this calculator while any poker client is open.