Players less than 2000 doesnt really need engines. I suggest you should not hang any more pieces because that will take you to 1200 right away.
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akvisvik wrote:
Hello. I have recently played some games here on chess.com, and have based myself at around 600-650 in the rating within live chess. Now I have started an effort to be able to increase the rating of at least 1,000 by the year's over. I bought some books that I read at the moment, I bought Houdini 4 engine that I use in connection with Arena 3.5 (have not been used that much yet, so welcome any tips how this can be most effective). So now I wonder if there are other tips you here at chess.com has, like other computer tools, or literature, use of internet etc.
Improvement in chess comes with practice, practice and more practice!
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I can tell you my inexpensive way of improving in chess; when I started (at age of 15) I spent the whole summer watching chess videos on YouTube, each day 3-4 Kingscrusher's, Jrobi's or others' videos. I hadn't played a single game during that time, but after 2 months I was able to defeat people I couldn't before and at least draw with my smartphone chess computer on the highest level (around 1400 ELO).
Hence, I was able to get from an absolute beginner (not knowing the movements) to a solid intermediate in good 3 years. I have never purchased anything chess-related except chessboard.
Thx for fast replies both WISH_I_WAS_A_GM and tthechesstitan, but if i may ask what do you guys also see as the best way of chess here on chess.com to learn chess/chessgames?, I atm play 10minutes, but do you think that beginners should go up to 30 minutes or is 10 good enough?
NewArdweaden wrote:
I can tell you an my inexpensive way of improving my chess; when I started (at age of 15) I spend the whole summer watching chess videos on YouTube, each day 3-4 Kingscrusher's, Jrobi's or others' videos. I hadn't played a single game during that time, but after 2 months I was able to defeat people I couldn't before and at least draw with my smartphone chess computer on the highest level (around 1400 ELO).
Hence, I was able to get from an absolute beginner (not knowing the movements) to a solid intermediate in good 3 years. I have never purchased anything chess-related except chessboard.
Yeah ok, thx for reply gonne check out som of their videos :)
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akvisvik wrote:
Hello. I have recently played some games here on chess.com, and have based myself at around 600-650 in the rating within live chess. Now I have started an effort to be able to increase the rating of at least 1,000 by the year's over. I bought some books that I read at the moment, I bought Houdini 4 engine that I use in connection with Arena 3.5 (have not been used that much yet, so welcome any tips how this can be most effective). So now I wonder if there are other tips you here at chess.com has, like other computer tools, or literature, use of internet etc.
mattyf9 wrote:
I sent you a private message.
akvisvik wrote:
Hello. I have recently played some games here on chess.com, and have based myself at around 600-650 in the rating within live chess. Now I have started an effort to be able to increase the rating of at least 1,000 by the year's over. I bought some books that I read at the moment, I bought Houdini 4 engine that I use in connection with Arena 3.5 (have not been used that much yet, so welcome any tips how this can be most effective). So now I wonder if there are other tips you here at chess.com has, like other computer tools, or literature, use of internet etc.
Thank you, just replied
Have you tried playing 3 day/turn unrted games? You won't be under the clock and since the game is unrated, people are more open to discussing the moves. Also, you should find friends here who are willing to exchange notes after the game.
If you live by a local chess club, I would suggest going there and playing OTB (over the board). Most people are more than willing to go over the game that you just played. They want you to improve (and join their club).
AaronGo wrote:
Have you tried playing 3 day/turn unrted games? You won't be under the clock and since the game is unrated, people are more open to discussing the moves. Also, you should find friends here who are willing to exchange notes after the game.
If you live by a local chess club, I would suggest going there and playing OTB (over the board). Most people are more than willing to go over the game that you just played. They want you to improve (and join their club).
Yeah I should absolutely try the 3day/ turn, and ye actually live quite near a local chess club which is registered here at chess.com. so ganna get the email adress from them and send them a mail to hear with em. thx for reply :-)
In post 5 you asked what is the best way to learn on this site ?? Your a premium member. Use the Tactics Trainer, and videos. These forums won't do anything for your playing,(with a few minor exceptions) but they will corrupt your morals, maybe make you laugh and think sometimes.
No, 10 minutes is not good enough. Play long games.
Study and practice tactics (Tactics trainer, video lessons, Chess Mentor), do not play blitz/bullet and
analyze your games after you have played them (then use engine to analyze again).
Find out what you will do different if in the same position again.
May be some coaching from a strong player? Perhaps
http://www.chess.com/members/view/BredeKvisvik
would be willing to help you a bit 
.
Good luck!
Sadler wrote:
No, 10 minutes is not good enough. Play long games.
Study and practice tactics (Tactics trainer, video lessons, Chess Mentor), do not play blitz/bullet and
analyze your games after you have played them (then use engine to analyze again).
Find out what you will do different if in the same position again.
May be some coaching from a strong player? Perhaps
http://www.chess.com/members/view/BredeKvisvik
would be willing to help you a bit .
Good luck!
Hey Sadler and thx for reply. Ok then I should try some of the tactics, and long games ;)
akvisvik wrote:
Hello. I have recently played some games here on chess.com, and have based myself at around 600-650 in the rating within live chess. Now I have started an effort to be able to increase the rating of at least 1,000 by the year's over. I bought some books that I read at the moment, I bought Houdini 4 engine that I use in connection with Arena 3.5 (have not been used that much yet, so welcome any tips how this can be most effective). So now I wonder if there are other tips you here at chess.com has, like other computer tools, or literature, use of internet etc.
Solve chess tactics problems everyday. Concentrate on reducing your simple blunders. Aside from your chess books, try also to look at kingcrusher's video,they are instructive. And remember, chess improvement takes time. Don't be discourage if you will encounter set backs in your development.
Hello. I have recently played some games here on chess.com, and have based myself at around 600-650 in the rating within live chess. Now I have started an effort to be able to increase the rating of at least 1,000 by the year's over. I bought some books that I read at the moment, I bought Houdini 4 engine that I use in connection with Arena 3.5 (have not been used that much yet, so welcome any tips how this can be most effective). So now I wonder if there are other tips you here at chess.com has, like other computer tools, or literature, use of internet etc.