Computers in Chess
Computers have had a profound influence on chess. Chess engines like Fritz and Rybka have become stronger players than even the best humans, while other computer programs have made chess training and learning easier than ever.
Rybka
A short profile and history of the computer chess program, Rybka.
Kasparov vs. Deep Blue
In 1996 and 1997, World Champion Garry Kasparov played two historic matches against the IBM computer Deep Blue.
ChessBase Shop
ChessBase creates a variety of computer chess products, including instructional DVDs, popular chess engines like Fritz and Shredder, and the ChessBase database software.
ChessDB
A free chess database program.
Computer Chess History by Bill Wall
An overview of the major events in computer chess history.
Rybka
Rybka, developed by IM Vasik Rajlich, is probably the strongest chess engine on the market today.
SSDF Computer Rating List
The Swedish Chess Computer Association compiles and regularly updates a rating list based on numerous games between the top computer programs.
Improving with a Chess Engine
Learn a number of different ways you can use computers to improve your chess.
The Early Days of Human-Computer Chess
In the early days of computer chess, the machines didn't always have an easy time against their human opponents.
When Computer Advice Isn't Best
When shouldn't you trust your chess computer?
Cheating in Chess
Unfortunately, as in many competitive endeavors, cheating is a part of the world of chess.