Review
This is a quick review applies to version 1.2
Sudoku (Su Doku) is a popular puzzle in Japan (appearing in puzzle magazines such as Nikori), and the rule is simple: fill a given grid with the numbers 1 to 9, so that every column, row, and 3x3 box indicated by the slightly heavier lines has the numbers 1 to 9. The name is frequently translated as 'number place' in English, although other names such as 'sole number' may be better translations. Of course, in English, the name has multiple spellings: Su Doku is a common alternative.
There are a number of Sudoku solvers out in the web, but this version has been designed to make it especially easy to enter Sudoku competitions. The solver provides the following capabilities:
Integrated help, which includes an explanation of all the rules used for solving puzzles.
Enhanced input capability.
Improved screen appearance,
Saving and loading of puzzles and solutions.
Scan of input data for obvious errors.
Very fast solution times.
Identification of malformed puzzles.
A complete training mode allowing for step-by-step solutions, with commentaries.
Maintenance of multiple eMail templates.
Quick sending of a standard solution eMail from any template, so catering for multiple competitions.
Generation of text messages for use with non-SMTP mail systems.
Import of Pappocom .sud file format puzzles.
Full manual with rule explanation.
The following full-length review applies to version 1.0
Sudoku Solver is a compact and simple application that allows you to solve sudoku puzzles in a snap. The user interface looks pretty old, but it is OK considering that this is one of the oldest versions of this program available. If you are looking for more, you can also try the other versions or buy the full one, but they will all do the same with more or less functions. Indeed, if you are not a heavy sudoku player, this java version may be just fine. The program is really easy to use. You just enter the numbers of the sudoku you want to solve in the grid and press GO, or f5. It will almost instantly provide the solution, which you can save to your PC, send as an email to a friend or copy to a text file.You can even save grids at any time, even if the puzzle is not complete. However, there's one limitation, you can only solve sudoku that are up 9x9 in size. If you are a heavy sudoku player, I'm sure you will be delighted to have an application like this to solve or check any sudoku you encounter. |
