smart computer use?

This is pretty neato, CrowdChess.

CrowdChess is a revolutionary idea, destined to change the game of chess forever. It is a fascinating social platform all about pushing the boundaries of human intelligence. A platform to see what happens when thousands of people from all over the world with diverse ethnical, cultural and educational backgrounds, of different age and social status have a common goal in mind and are working in tandem on solving the same problem together and outsmarting their opponent. Whose strategy, foresight and vision are superior, is the ultimate question.

Yet another great example of applying the social web angle to a common thing, a game of chess.