Welcome to Learn And Play Online Chess


LAPOC: Intro

Online Chess Intro

The aims of this website are:


  • To teach the rules of chess.
  • To coach beginners chess strategy.
  • To supply free chess games.
  • To explore the history of chess.
  • To celebrate the greats of the game.
  • To discuss every aspect of chess.
  • To relay news from the world of chess.

Notes:

LAPOC is going interactive. Now you can post material online. Learn more at Interactive Center. Keep track of every new update at Lapoc's Chess Blog. You can also subscribe to the free e-zine Lapoc Chess Board which comes out every month. And you can play chess on a cool interface. Read our Privacy Policy.

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Learning the Game




The first step on the road to play online chess is to learn the rules. Even if you know absolutely nothing about chess don't worry. You'll be ready to play a game in less than 15 minutes. Chess rules are simple to learn.

When you know the rules you will need to get a handle on strategy. Sure it's good to take part but it's more fun when you're winning. Start winning games with killer chess strategy.

Have you considered the use of gambits as part of your opening repertoire? Gambits are when you sacrifice material to gain an edge. Learn more about gambits.

A good knowledge of different openings can help you be a better player. Different players have different styles. They choose different openings leading to different positions. What kind of opening would you like to study for your games? Every opening in chess can be found in the Encyclopedia of Chess Openings.


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Playing the Game




You're happy with your rules and strategy. You just want to play online chess. No problem. You can play rated games against other members, enter or create tournaments and make friends in chat rooms.



You will also be able to earn cubits by winning chess games which you can use to upgrade your interface and buy cool chess stuff.



Lapoc is able to bring you this cutting edge playing interface through our partnership with Chesscube. Here's to many a happy hour spent here at Lapoc playing chess.


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LAPOC Goes Interactive




One of the core aspirations of this site is to build a community for people who love chess. You can ask questions, write articles or add annotated games that you played. You can also comment on your own or other peoples games. You don't have to rely on chance to stumble on these invitations. There are links pointing to every invitation over at Interactive Center.




LAPOC Blog has now arrived. It's like a filter so you only get the new stuff. Every update will appear here so you can keep in touch with all the new material on the site. To check all of the recent updates or read some online chess related articles go to the LAPOC Online Chess Blog.




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Chess History




The great game of chess has been played over the board centuries before computers existed. Long before anyone ever played online chess. Chess dates back through the ages. It took on many different forms as it moved from place to place. Explore the different forms of chess scattered throughout the world. We get some great insight into our own game through investigating other chess variants.

Our own variant, western chess, has a rich and interesting history. Chess is said to be 'the game of kings'. This is because it was initially created for the elite. Over the centuries it also won the hearts of all kinds of people from all walks of life. Discover the intriguing history of chess.

Many wonderful players have graced the game in many different eras. They have left their own indelible imprint on the game, introducing variations or certain styles of play. The great players of the past and present have shaped the game and evolved it to what it is today. You can learn about the greatest chess masters.


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Utilities




I'm a guy who likes to play online chess. I also like to build websites. The result is a chess website. For more on me and this site please make your way over and learn more about us.

If you want to get in touch for any reason it's very easy. Do you want information in relation to chess? Do you want to comment or leave some feedback? Feel free to contact us.

Lapoc's free e-zine, Lapoc Chess Board comes out on the 1st of every month. The e-zine takes a deeper look at chess strategy and tactics. To get a flavor of what you will find, why not browse some LCB back issues. If you subscribe you can rest assured your privacy is guaranteed.

Need to find a page you were looking at before? Having difficulty finding it? Every page has an easy to identify link. The links are grouped together under their own sections. To find any page on LAPOC, go to the LAPOC Sitemap.


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SITE OVERVIEW


Learn Chess Rules In Minutes
This is the best place to learn the rules of chess. Get an understanding of the rules and the object of the game.

Learn Chess Strategy And March To Victory
If you're going to be a successful player, if you're going to be the top dog down at the club, well you're going to have to get your strategy nailed down aren't you?

A Slick Gambit Or Three To Stun Your Opponent
Learn these slippery opening manoeuvres to get the jump on your opponents. They won't know what hit them!

All Of The Eco Openings Under The Sun
From Volumes A through to E, there are hundreds of openings, variations and sub-variations to sift through and consider.

Play Chess
Play chess in a cutting edge online arena. Play or create your own tournaments. Win cubits from your chess victories in rated games and you can get great chess products in the store.

LAPOC Goes Interactive
All over LAPOC Invitations to post material online will start popping up. You don't have to work to hard to find these Invitations. They're all accessible from Interactive Center.

LAPOC Online Chess Blog
Welcome to Lapoc's Online Chess Blog. This is a place to discuss chess related topics and issues of all kinds.

Lapoc Chess Board
Lapoc's free e-zine, Lapoc Chess Board comes out on the 1st of every month. It contains extra material that not found on the site. The e-zine takes a deeper look at chess strategy and tactics.

Check Out Chess Variants
Check out some of the various forms of chess that have evolved across the world.

Discover The History Of Chess
Take in the long and interesting history of chess. Right from it's origin to the present day.

A Day With A Chessmaster
It is my pleasure to introduce you to the chess masters. They are the gladiators of the chess world. They are responsible for some of the greatest games ever played.

Read All About Us
If you've just arrived and want to find out what we're about, hit this About Us page and see what we do here.

Get In Touch
If you need any help or you just got something you need to say, please get in touch.

Use The Sitemap To Get Around
Need to find a page you were looking at before? Having difficulty finding it? Don't worry, a link to every page in the site is available all in one place.