Quote by Magnus Carlsen

I've never been much of a computer guy at least in terms of playing with computers. Actually until I was about 11 I didn't use a computer for preparing for games at all. I was playing a bit online, was using the chess club mainly. Now, obviously, the computer is an important tool for me preparing for my games.

I've never been much of a computer guy at least in terms of

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their initial disinterest in computers but acknowledges their growing importance in their life as a chess player. While they didn't use computers for game preparation until the age of 11, they primarily relied on chess clubs and online play. However, they now recognize the significance of computers as an essential tool for preparing for their games. This highlights the speaker's evolving relationship with technology and underscores the transformative role it has played in enhancing their skills and strategies in chess.

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By Magnus Carlsen

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