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	qgil	2010-01-10 , 00:01
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I believe Play, Stop & Rewind are good metaphors in this context.

Using the Figurine Algebraic Notation saves localization hassle and looks easier for newbies.

From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chess_notation :

Figurine Algebraic Notation (FAN) is a widely-used variation of Standard Algebraic Notation which replaces the letter that stands for a piece by its symbol, i.e. ♞c6 instead of Nc6 or ♖xg4 instead of Rxg4. Pawns are omitted as in standard algebraic notation. This enables the moves to be read independent of language.

(sorry for missing the Unicode fonts of the chess figures in the quote)

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