This program aims to predict draws in league football, claiming to be up to 30% better than random selection. It does not guarantee wins, nor large dividends.

It works by comparing current relative performance of teams with a database of the past results of teams with a similar performance, which is a good strategy. The package consists of two tapes, the program and its database. They can be bought separately, so you could buy the program itself (at £4.95) and use it to set up your own database but this would be very longwinded. In fact the whole program requires some dedication, as its accuracy depends on keeping the database constantly updated.

A lot of work has gone into this program, but it is a shame that little thought has been given to the display. Poor layout and poor presentation can suggest careless programming elsewhere. However I could find no evidence of this except for the failure to trap some errors and the need for seven pages of instruction.

Personally I don't think the tedium of using such a program is worth its possible results, but there may be others for whom the £17.50 would be a worthwhile investment.

N.W.