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Beat Your Computer

Submitted by Hugh_T_Patterson on Fri Oct 17, 2008 9:48am.

     I've read a lot lately regarding chess players and their chess software, namely attempts to beat their computers. I decided to do a bit of research and present a very basic atricle on some strategies useful for beginners. As always, I rem... Read more »

For The Love Of Chess

Submitted by Hugh_T_Patterson on Mon Oct 13, 2008 1:56pm.

     Lately, I've been reading a great deal on the subject of cheating and chess, specifically the use of computer software for determining one's next move. Maybe it's because I'm comfortable with my place in the greater scheme of life, maybe ... Read more »

Why I Play Chess

Submitted by Hugh_T_Patterson on Wed Oct 8, 2008 9:11pm.

     I spend a lot of time these days either on the road playing or when not playing, in the recording studio. While most people think it a charmed life, since I get to do want I want with my day, they assume there is no stress involved. There... Read more »

Staunton Chess Pieces

Submitted by Hugh_T_Patterson on Thu Sep 6, 2007 1:18pm.

     We often play chess and get so into the game that we don't think about the tools of the chess player. By tools, I mean the pieces, board, clocks, etc. I have heard the term Staunton Pattern a lot in my travels through ... Read more »

I love chess because...

Submitted by Hugh_T_Patterson on Mon Sep 3, 2007 8:07pm.

People often ask me what I find so wonderful about chess. It's a fair enough question to those who don't play the game. People see me obsessed over a puzzle, with a board set up on the coffee table in our living room, my hands moving piece... Read more »

Chess For The Musician

Submitted by Hugh_T_Patterson on Sat Aug 18, 2007 11:13am.

I have a lot of free time on my hands but it comes at strange times during the 24 hour day. When I go out on the road with my band, there is a great deal of down time while traveling (either on planes or driving) and chess fills this void greatlIy... Read more »