mosaic - Online vs. Real Life
Interface and InformationOf all the characteristics defining the difference between online and real-life play, interface and access to information are both the most constant, and most ineffable. This means we can describe them, but not explain them, specifically identify or measure them -- nor avoid them.
Furthermore, some of these factors are self-equalizing -- that is, they affect both players the same, and thus make little real difference
competitively;
( but a surprising number have the potential... )Next: Tile Draw and Randomization