Yes to all of the above and you have the right approach! Many players move too quickly and thus lose promptly and don't learn a thing. See my blog, where I have a video series of a current team match. This series will help anyone improve their online chess:
http://www.chess.com/blog/aww-rats
Thanks NM -
BTW I didn't know that chess.com had team events - how do I join a team or league here?
Nice blog posts - and I would like to look into coaching, I have spoken to a few coachs but haven't pulled the trigger on anyone yet - you can OM your skype account if you like and I will add you for a discussion.
And don't worry - I won't ask "How long until I become a GM?" LOL
Raymond
So I have started my very first online chess games -
I am assuming that engines are not aloud - I hope not since I want use this system to increase my analyzing skills - not my computers.
Is it ok to use databases?
Is it ok to use books?
Is it ok to look at games played by masters, say on chessgames.com
I just want to follow the rules, and improve my analytical skills at the same time -
Feedback would be great!
Raymond