Chess Computers - Should You Get One? by Mike Singh
The chess computer is a tool, a skill builder if you will. For those that truly enjoy the game of chess, there is no better partner to play with. While many that enjoy playing chess would like to own one of these computers, it should be said that they are often costly and often are complicated... The chess computer can be the chess coach that you need to take your game to the highest level it can be at. ... For many, the goal of owning a chess computer is only a dream. ... The Good There are a number of benefits to owning your own chess computer.

Chess - Internet Chess by Michael Russell
Like many other pastimes, chess has become very popular on the Internet. There are sites where you can play your own games or even against the computer, sites where you can post messages regarding the game itself and sites where you can look up a wealth of information from past games to rules to... For the person who is really into chess, this is probably the only site you will ever need to go to if you just want to look up data on the game of chess. ... If you want to play chess online, one of the best places is pogo.com.

IBM's Deep Blue versus Garry Kasparov by John Gibb
In recent years, computers have been getting better and better at chess. In 1996, a computer, IBM’s Deep Blue, beat chess master Garry Kasparov in the first game they played – the first time a computer had beaten the world champion. Despite Kasparov going on to win the match overall (by three... Some have embraced it, creating a game known as advanced chess, where players are allowed to use computer software to allow them to explore all the possible moves on the board and choose the one they think would be best.

Chess - Chess Software by Michael Russell
For those of you who would love to play a good game of chess but don't know anyone who has the smarts to take you on, there's no need to fear. Thanks to computer technology, there are enough chess software programs to keep you more than challenged and even give you fits in the process. ... Actually, chess software is not just limited to programs that allow you to play chess against the computer. ... There is also chess software that will allow you to import 3rd party chess engines into the software itself.

Chess Tactics & Strategy by John Gibb
Chess tactics and strategy are incredibly complicated, to the point where even a computer can’t work out the best strategy in every situation. There are literally millions of possibilities, making it impossible to evaluate them all. For this reason, chess strategy has been getting gradually more... A skilled chess player can easily stop almost all your pieces from moving anywhere, effectively controlling your side of the board as well as their own. ... While advanced chess strategy and tactics would take years or even a lifetime to learn (it is, in fact, pretty much impossible to learn it...

QueenAlice - The Site for Casual Chess on the Web (A Review) by Timothy Trimble
I've been playing chess since I was 15 years old. I was in the Chess Club in school. And I remember the big media blitz on chess during the Boris Spasky versus Bobby Fisher matches. Whew! That was a long time ago. But I'm still a big chess player. As such, I'm always on the lookout for a good... Now if you're looking for high end chess discussions with international chess masters and advocates, then you'll be happier on other sites like The World Chess Network, The Red Hot Pawn, or The Internet Chess Club.

Pogo Game Cheat by Omar Vega
Play Buddy offers a program which will allow you to get pogo game cheats. This will give players an edge in the games they play. Programs like Tripeak are designed to keep track of every card which is played during a game of Solitaire. If you are a player who has a difficult time keeping track... Chess Buddy is a software tool which is indispensable to those who play Chess. ... It generates the best series of moves, and is very reliable. ... Chess Buddy provides you with hints, and will automatically make moves for you.

Free Online Multiplayer Games by Thomas Morva
Along with role-playing games, multi-player games are becoming one of the most popular types of games. This type of game allows the players to play or compete with the computer or with other players. To be able to compete with the computer, you just have to click on the options provided in the... Some of these characters include being a police operative in search of terrorists, being wizards with different powers, being on opposite sides during a war, and even playing a simple game of chess. ... Some sites offer very simple games such as checkers, chess, scrabble, and backgammon, while...

Where to Play a Free Backgammon Game on the Internet by Stephen Todd
When surfing the Internet, there are many games that you may want to check out when you have some time - these include free cribbage, free chess, as well as free backgammon. When looking for a free backgammon game, you will find that there are many sites that offer play against either a human or... Players can choose to play with their friends, as well as play against a computer opponent. ... On Yahoo.com, free backgammon is available for those who wish to play in tournaments, as well as play unlimited games between computer and human opponents.

Backgammon – A Time Honoured Game of Strategy and Chance by John Gibb
The oldest recorded game in history, Backgammon is a relatively simple game that has reached wide popularity. The origins of backgammon extend into medieval history and its true roots are thought to be in ancient Rome and even Mesopotamia, over 2000 years BC. ... As well as being a fun family game, Backgammon is also played in championships like Chess and sometimes for money. ... Backgammon is a two player board game of strategy comparable to chess where each player must negotiate 15 pieces through 24 pointed sections of the board, aiming to b the first to get all their pieces off the board.