Service allows self-paced chess games by connecting players and chess games via email. Review the house rules and become a member.

Browser-based chess server offers a free 30-day trial membership for the casual player.

Sign up to play in live online tournaments and discuss the game with other members by email.

Suggest chess moves with other players and try to win the popular vote. Also check out the store offering books about the game.

International chess server and information, including guide for new players and graphic interface downloads for a variety of computer platforms.

Challenge opponents to, according to Ingmar Bergman, Death's favorite game through this interactive site. Take a look at games in progress.

Play chess on the Internet for free or establish a rating by becoming a member of the ICC, one of the most active online chess organizations.

Find chess columns, software reviews, and files containing chess games, as well as links to other chess-related pages.

Chess fans can explore this massive directory to find competition news, computer resources, shopping, instruction, and reference information.

Free parlor games, including chess, without downloads or Java. Compatible with Web TV.

Play against others or against the computer with this chess variation that takes place on a smaller board and with less pieces for faster play.

Play chess against the computer or people from around the world Must have JavaScript-enabled Netscape 3+ or Internet Explorer 4+ to play.

Download a small software program to play free games against other enthusiasts, listen to instructional lectures, or learn more about the game.