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	Chess News, Chess Programs, Databases - Play Chess Online
		At times she was in the top ten of the overall world rankings, but in the last three years, due to the birth of two children, has dropped back a little in her preparation and results.
		He claimed he was not analyzing, but his game was declared lost, and yesterday the player was severely punished by the competition manager of the Dutch Chess Federation: a ban till the end of the season 2009-2010.
		In his Thursday night Playchess lecture, Dennis Monokroussos scrapes the bottom of the barrel and targets what he considers may be the worst opening in chess: the Latvian Gambit.
	www.chessbase.com (787 words)

	Chess Problems / Chess Puzzles, Problems, & Compositions [Chessopolis > Chess Links]
		Chess Composition Microweb - Featuring various sections on composed chess problems and problem-solving.
		Chess Problems Of 1001 Years Ago - From the Chess Variants Homepage -- really old problems mainly of historical interest.
		Chess Problems Unlimited - Not quite unlimited, there are but several.
	www.chessopolis.com /problems.htm (437 words)

	Chess Guide > Problems & Puzzles
		A chess problem is a puzzle set by a composer using chess pieces on a chess board, presenting the solver with a particular task to be achieved.
		Because the study is composed it is related to the problem, but because the stipulation is open-ended (the win or draw does not have to be achieved within any particular number of moves) it is usually thought of as separate from the problem.
		Chess problems, on the whole, are not created for the purpose of practical chess training.
	www.chess.freegames.eu.com /problems-puzzles/index.html (1879 words)

	Chess problem - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A chess problem, formally called a chess composition, is a puzzle set by somebody using chess pieces on a chess board, presenting the solver with a particular task to be achieved.
		Problems can be contrasted with tactical puzzles often found in chess columns or magazines in which the task is to find the best move or sequence of moves (usually leading to mate or gain of material) from a given position.
		Chess problems, on the whole, are not created for the purpose of practical chess training.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chess_problem (3005 words)

	Chess problem terminology - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A problem with set play is said to have two phases (the set play being one phase, the post-key play being another); a problem with three tries would be a four phase problem (each try being one phase, with the post-key play the fourth).
		Proof game - a type of problem in which the job of the solver is to construct a game of a given number of moves in which the final position is the one given by the composer.
		In chess problems, however, the letter S (standing for Springer, the German name for the knight) is often used instead, with N instead being reserved for the popular fairy piece, the nightrider.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chess_problem_terminology (2516 words)

	Chess problem
		A chess problem is a puzzle set by a composer using chess pieces on a chess board, presenting the solver with a particular task to be acheived.
		There is a good deal of specialised jargon used in chess problems; see chess problem terminology for a list.
		John Rice[?], Chess Wizardry: The New ABC of Chess Problems (Batsford, 1996) - a general overview of chess problems, including an extensive A-Z of themes and terms, and 460 problems.
	www.ebroadcast.com.au /lookup/encyclopedia/ch/Chess_problem.html (1786 words)

	ChessProblems
		Problems are rated from 500 to 3000, with 500 being the easiest rating.
		The first thing to notice is that there are two types of problems: "Mate in X moves" and "find the best move." In the mating problems, you'll see a big box up to the left of the board that says "Mate In" and then has a number next to it.
		Problems are rated from between 500 and 3000, with 3000 being the hardest possible problem.
	www.chessproblems.com /doc/about.php (1120 words)

	No Problem Chess Services
		A typical chess problem may show a position with a few pieces on a chessboard diagram and the instructions are to find the moves that will enable white (or fl) to win in a specific number of moves (usually two or three).
		Chess problems range from being easy for a beginner to solve to being difficult for a master to solve.
		A special type of chess problem, popularized by Raymond Smullyan, utilizes retrograde analysis, in which the solver must determine how key pieces in a problem got to the squares on which they are shown.
	www.noproblemcs.com /chess.htm (2300 words)

	Chess Puzzle - Chess Problem
		The problem is that the knight has to visit every square on the board once, moving according to chess rules.
		A chess problem is a puzzle set by a composer using chess pieces on a chessboard, presenting the solver with a particular task to be achieved.
		The pin is another tactical chess element, where a move forces one of the opponent’s pieces to stay, because moving it would expose a more valuable piece behind it or it could create such a situation.
	www.clearleadinc.com /site/chess-puzzle.html (686 words)

	Chessville - What is a chess problem? - Peter's Problem World - by Peter Wong, FIDE Master of Chess Composition
		Chess problems come in a variety of genres, the most common of which is the
		Such defective problems, however, are rarely seen nowadays (especially in short directmates) because of the practice of computer-testing, which ensures that cooks are eliminated.
		Chess compositions are constructed in accordance with their own principles.
	www.chessville.com /Wong/whatisachessproblem.htm (1437 words)

	Edutech Chess: Why Chess?
		Chess is an exercise of infinite possibilities for the mind, one which develops mental abilities used throughout life: concentration, critical thinking, abstract reasoning, problem solving, pattern recognition, strategic planning, creativity, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation, to name a few.
		Chess clearly is a problem-solving tool, an “ideal way to study decision-making and problem-solving because it is a closed system with clearly defined rules” (Horgan, 1988).
		Chess makes a child realize that he or she is responsible for his or her own actions and must accept their consequences.
	www.edutechchess.com /whychess.html (3597 words)

	Chess problem collections in PGN and PDB format
		Here are a few collections of chess problems which may be useful to you; I plan on accumulating more as time goes on.
		Any problem solutions given here are software-generated and aren't the ones given in the book, and no actual text from the books (other than trivial information such as problem authors, dates, etc.) will be provided.
		They usually indicate the number of moves needed to solve the problem, and in some cases which side is supposed to mate (if the problem doesn't explicitly say, it's white).
	www.uglx.org /misc-chess (1344 words)

	World Chess Problem Championships in Portoroz
		GM Jonathan Mestel, a lecturer at Imperial College, came third in the individual event at the World Chess Problem Championships in Portoroz, Slovenia, held from August 31st to September 7th.
		The second squad member, Graham Lee, Head of Chess at Oakham School, was awarded the Grandmaster Solving title.
		John Rice, a distinguished British problem composer, was elected President of the FIDE Permanent Commission of Chess Composition.
	www.chesscenter.com /twic/wpc2002.html (216 words)

	What are Chess Problems? (Site not responding. Last check: )
		While it is the struggle in a game of chess that is the central element, most players get pleasure from the ideas that occur in a game and not just from winning; so, although at first some may find problems rather bloodless, there are few who will not grow to enjoy them.
		I have heard many chess players say that the only thing that they understand about chess problems is that the first move (the key) is always the most unlikely move on the board, and not a check or a capture.
		Actually, the strength or otherwise of the key depends on at least two things; (1) the age of the problem and thus the conventions that were in operation in that era and (2) technical considerations to do with the construction of the problem.
	www.bcps.knightsfield.co.uk /introduction.html (1862 words)

	Mathematics and Chess Page
		A paraphrase from the entry under Mathematics and Chess in [5]: In 1893, a Professor Binet (of Stanford-Binet IQ test fame) made a study of the connection between mathematics and chess.
		Jonathan Mestel, grandmaster in over-the-board play and in chess problem solving, is an applied mathematician specializing in fluid mechanics and is the author of numerous research papers.
		Chess problem composer Hans-Peter Rehm (1942-), a Professor of Mathematics at Karlsruhe Univ.
	web.usna.navy.mil /~wdj/math_chess.htm (2039 words)

	The Chess Connoisseur's Bulletin Page
		A direct-mate is a problem in which one side, usually White, is to move and force a mate on the other side in some stipulated number of moves.
		In chess problems, retrograde analysis is used to determine how a position came about, usually to determine whether an en passant capture is legal or whether castling can be disregarded as an option.
		A problem in which the key move does not threaten to solve the problem.
	www.health.gov.pg /~komrad/bulletin/problems/glossary.htm (1765 words)

	Chess glossary
		Directmate (n.): A chess problem with the stipulation of the form ``Mate in N'' for some N=1,2,3,...; that is, ``White to play and mate in N moves''.
		In chess diagrams the Grasshopper is usually represented by an upside-down Queen figurine.
		In other problem genres, such as cooperative problems, series problems, and selfmates, there may be other reasons for either side to promote a pawn to Bishop or Rook rather than Queen.
	www.math.harvard.edu /~elkies/FS23j.03/glossary_chess.html (2021 words)

	English EGChessPro Documentation (Site not responding. Last check: )
		In these programs, chess problems can be defined by means of a graphic chessboard, and can to be copied in the clipboard with any of the available input formats.
		If the stipulation is + or =, the problem is treated like a endgame study, otherwise the problem is treated like a chess problem.
		Problems with more recursive variation levels can't be represented in HTML format.
	egchesspro.sourceforge.net /en/egchesspro.html (3136 words)

	Chess
		The intent of this page of course was to illustrate another chess problem, not to illustrate two women as such playing the game.
		Along with each illustration of a chess problem, a page of the book offered a textual discussion of the problem and it's solution - not unlike some of the contemporary chess texts available on the market now.
		In the graphic on the left, the chess problem is illustrated with two courtly knights intent over the game.
	gamesmuseum.uwaterloo.ca /VirtualExhibits/Alfonso/chess.html (687 words)

	Chess and Problem-Solving
		Reinforcing the enjoyment of chess and problem solving situations and applying these in other areas of the curriculum should be a continued effort.
		Establish a chess club for a group of students wishing to dedicate more study to the game.
		Chess Four is one example that includes four players playing against each other or two teams against each other.
	www.libertycenter.k12.oh.us /hinton/Teacher/Problem-Solving.htm (705 words)

	MazeWorks - Daily Chess Problem
		The Solution button will show you the problem's complete solution -- remember that many chess problems will have multiple correct solutions.
		The date box at the bottom can be used to select a problem from the past seven days.
		If you're new to chess, visit some of the Chess web sites listed on the Links page for information about the rules of chess, move notation, etc.
	www.mazeworks.com /chessprb/index.htm (170 words)

	Chess Lesson Plans - Math Lesson Plan, Thematic Unit, Activity, Worksheet, or Teaching Idea
		The belief that chess promotes critical thinking and problem solving has led to its growing popularity in schools nationally.
		Chess is becoming more popular in schools due to the fact that it is a board game of skill and strategy.
		Chess also teaches children about good sportsmanship as well as how to lose with grace.
	www.lessonplanspage.com /MathChessProblemSolving28.htm (1758 words)

	Discover Bruno's free online chess problems of the day
		When you play chess online or offline, chess strategy is needed, but don't forget chess tactics.
		The first chess problem was published on October 16, 2000.
		Today, March 2, 2005 we have published 1598 chess problems from checkmate in 1 to checkmate in 6.
	chessproblem.my-free-games.com (382 words)

	A Chess Puzzle, suggested by Martin Gardner and Jaime Poniachik.
		A Chess Puzzle, suggested by Martin Gardner and Jaime Poniachik.
		Chess Puzzle then places the five pieces on the game board (and displays them unless opted against) and prompts you for your question:
		Insight lies in the principle of indifference, mentioned in the problem that precedes it.
	members.toast.net /joerger/cpuzzle.htm (929 words)

	Math Forum - Ask Dr. Math
		Math, we are investigating the number of squares on a chess board "controlled" by the Queen at any one position, i.e., where she could move (anywhere in a straight line).
		You seem to have a very good handle on the problem you are working with.
		Indeed, the number of squares the queen controls does form a pattern of "concentric squares." I'm not quite sure what you are asking us for--did you want a formula in which you could plug in the coordinates of the queen to get the number of squares she controls?
	mathforum.org /library/drmath/view/57925.html (531 words)

	Torsten Linß' problem chess pages (Site not responding. Last check: )
		In 1996 I was awarded the title of a FIDE master of chess composition and in 2004 that of an International master.
		If you are browsing through my problems you will find all kinds of problems - even some retro problems, but in recent years I have mainly focused on direct twomovers with complex modern themes and white line combinations and logical moremovers.
		About a 5th of my problems were composed with the help of a special program which I initially wrote to verify certain length records given in a feenschach-article on selfmate-maximummer-minimanner-length-records.
	www.math.tu-dresden.de /~torsten/problem/problem.html (395 words)

	Découvrez vite les problèmes d'échecs gratuits de Bruno
		Pour vous aider à vous orienter sur Bruno's Chess Problem, toutes les sections sont commentées ci-dessous.
		Les 10 derniers problèmes du jour sont également disponibles pour vous amuser et améliorer votre tactique.
		Vous pouvez trouver beaucoup de choses sur Bruno's Chess Problem mais bien entendu pas tout.
	chessproblem.my-free-games.com /chess/fr/Welcome.php (486 words)

	Cub Scout Academics - Chess Belt Loop and Pin
		Demonstrate the moves of each chess piece to your den leader or adult partner.
		Solve a pre-specified chess problem (e.g., "White to move and mate in three") given to you by your adult partner.
		Materials found at the U. Scouting Service Project, Inc. Website ©1997-2007 may be reproduced and used locally by Scouting volunteers for training purposes consistent with the programs of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) [Links to BSA Sites] or other Scouting and Guiding Organizations.
	www.usscouts.org /advance/cubscout/academics/chess.html (332 words)

	The GorFo Problem Chess Links
		A large number of (published) chess problems of all kinds by Stanislav Vocal.
		Believe me, this is a great motivation for looking in earnest at the problems, and the greatest tribute that can be paid to the composers and columnists.
		The Chess Cafe is pleased to present, on a weekly basis, a selected endgame study for your enjoyment."
	www.ida.liu.se /~gorfo/chess/problem/problemLinks.html (492 words)

	ICC Help: TrainingBot (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Normally, TrainingBot will give you the easiest problems first, and once you've solved all of those it will give you harder problems (as ranked by the author or editor -- some problems are mislabeled.) If you only want problems of level 4 or higher, say, you can do "tell TrainingBot difficulty 4".
		ICC's puzzle editor will look at your chess problem before putting into circulation, but please try to make the editor's job easier by checking carefully to make sure you're not missing a defense that works or alternative way to win.
		If you want to edit problems you have submitted, you can do that at https://www.chessclub.com/activities/trainingbot/index.html At that site, you can also see the status of your problem, for example whether it has been added to the database.
	www.chessclub.com /help/TrainingBot (710 words)

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