How long does it take to be a master chess player?

x sign here x asked: I’m a new player. I play 3-5 games a day (practice with friends, online, etc), I read chess books, and I’m in my school chess club. Do you think I could imrpove enough to enter a national tournament later in the year?Caffeinated Content Tweet This Post

June 22nd, 2011 | Posted in Board Games | 16 Comments

What is the best computer specification for a chess player?

docjtr1 asked: I am planning to purchase a laptop which I am going to use as an aid for my chess. I plan to use Fritz 10 to analyze my games and was wondering how much muscle I need (CPU, memory, etc.).Caffeinated Content Tweet This Post

May 24th, 2011 | Posted in Laptops & Notebooks | 1 Comment