Так, вдруг кому интерестно - ответили -
"Hello Alexander,
Thank you very much for contacting PokerStars.
TableRatings is a service that is based upon datamining, and consequently,
we prohibit it.
This is discussed in passing on our page on prohibited services and
software, which you can read at:
http://www.pokerstars.com/poker/room/prohibited/
The relevant part says:
Q. In general, what kinds of tools and services are prohibited?
A. The following types of tools and services are prohibited:
... 2. Any program that works off of a central database of player results or
hands played is prohibited. ...
Datamining is not allowed because it does not approximate how face to face
poker works.
Poker is by nature and definition a game of incomplete information. A
significant part of the game is in acquiring information through the normal
course of gameplay, including information about player tendencies,
aggression, loose/tight style, how often they bluff and so forth.
Just as you could not "datamine" every table for hours on end at the
Bellagio due to physical limitations, we have a rule in place that
datamining is not permitted here even though a computer can easily do so.
PokerStars is aware that there are people who try to break our rules on
datamining, and consequently, I'm pleased to advise that we are in the
process of improving our software to stop this activity.
While, from an outsider's point of view, it may appear to be a simple
software tweak, there are a variety of internal systems that are intertwined
that need to be adjusted. Our hand histories are obviously a core component
of our services, and we need to be very careful that any changes that we
make do not have unintended consequences that hurt other players.
Despite the challenges, we are making very real progress on this project,
and I envisage that you will be pleased with the improvements in the near
future.
If you require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us back
at any time.
Regards,
David C
PokerStars Support Team "
В принципе, достаточно было процетировать выражение
TableRatings is a service that is based upon datamining, and consequently, we prohibit it....
В общем - нельзя - да, проследить пока можем с трудом, но бум стараться найти всех нарушителей...(так примерно)....
