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by imreallylousy
Thu Aug 22, 2019 6:51 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Joining Problem
Replies: 1
Views: 3752

Joining Problem

I am trying to help 3 young Australians to set up an account. User name: The Aussies Email: tbann29@eq,edu.au Password: ThreeAussies The test box seems to be the problem. 2jhv3sa has two lines across it. I get a “captcha error” message. I get this:Error inserting to usertable: Field 'user_permission...
by imreallylousy
Tue Aug 14, 2018 2:33 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Email Notifications
Replies: 15
Views: 18483

Re: Email Notifications

Bingo! Thanks Greg....I now am getting email notifications....
by imreallylousy
Tue Aug 14, 2018 12:31 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: PGN format
Replies: 3
Views: 6509

Re: PGN format

Many thanks! Very clear response!
by imreallylousy
Mon Aug 13, 2018 7:28 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: PGN format
Replies: 3
Views: 6509

PGN format

How do I get a PGN format for a game I have played? I would like to use the analysis feature.
Thanks
by imreallylousy
Wed Aug 08, 2018 7:01 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Email Notifications
Replies: 15
Views: 18483

Re: Email Notifications

Still no email notifications. Not in spam either. If possible, please fix...
by imreallylousy
Thu Jul 26, 2018 5:50 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Email Notifications
Replies: 15
Views: 18483

Re: Email Notifications

Still no email notifications. Can this be fixed?
by imreallylousy
Fri Jul 06, 2018 3:30 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Email Notifications
Replies: 15
Views: 18483

Email Notifications

I have email notifications turned on...yet I receive none. Why?
by imreallylousy
Fri Dec 30, 2016 11:04 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Here's to all cheaters
Replies: 6
Views: 16718

Re: Here's to all cheaters

I know others cheat. So what? I learn playing better players. I don't care how they teach me....:):)
by imreallylousy
Sat Mar 05, 2016 8:24 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Chess.com vs I.C.C.
Replies: 5
Views: 13156

Chess.com vs I.C.C.

I would appreciate comments regarding the relative value of the above online chess sites. Is one "better" than the other?
Thanks...
by imreallylousy
Wed Jan 20, 2016 8:30 pm
Forum: Puzzles and Game Comentary
Topic: Shredder and Chess Puzzles
Replies: 3
Views: 20777

Shredder and Chess Puzzles

I have the Burt Hochberg "Award Winning Chess Problems" It gives exclusively white to mate in two problems. Since Imreallylousy, I find most of them difficult. I've set them up in Shredder but it seems not to be able to handle them. Am I asking too much of Shredder??
by imreallylousy
Fri Jan 15, 2016 3:02 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: 2016 tournament registration
Replies: 1
Views: 6441

Re: 2016 tournament registration

Never mind...I figured it out!!
by imreallylousy
Fri Jan 15, 2016 2:59 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: 2016 tournament registration
Replies: 1
Views: 6441

2016 tournament registration

How do I register to play in this tournament?
by imreallylousy
Fri Mar 27, 2015 2:23 pm
Forum: Puzzles and Game Comentary
Topic: Endgame: bishop vs. knight
Replies: 6
Views: 30688

Re: Endgame: bishop vs. knight

In the first position shown, isn't the Knight stronger in that the Bishop is a "bad" Bishop?
by imreallylousy
Fri Jan 02, 2015 2:17 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Timing out
Replies: 9
Views: 23026

Re: Timing out

I understand all that has been said on this subject. Nonetheless, it is more than a bit irritating when opponents refuse to move or resign when in a lost position. Ramesis, who made his last move in an obviously lost position on November 26th, is a prime example. He continues to play in other games ...
by imreallylousy
Thu Nov 06, 2014 6:25 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Timing out
Replies: 9
Views: 23026

Timing out

Parducagluca's last moves in two games against him were made on September 19th. How much longer before he times out! :?: :?: :?:
by imreallylousy
Thu Sep 12, 2013 2:13 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Board Size
Replies: 1
Views: 5875

Board Size

Is there a way to increase the board size without having to zoom in?
by imreallylousy
Tue Jul 09, 2013 9:54 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Changing Profile Image
Replies: 1
Views: 6417

Changing Profile Image

I have tried unsuccessfully to change my profile image. I realize the administrator must approve the photo. When I click on choose file, I get the image I want, I select it, but it does not load onto my profile page. The photo I want rests on my desktop. I use an iMac. What am I doing wrong?
by imreallylousy
Sun Mar 03, 2013 10:14 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Forfeits
Replies: 12
Views: 26726

Re: Forfeits

Yes. Those who timeout in lost positions are irritating. I suspect they do it to avoid losing points. I have a current opponent with a lost position who blatantly told me he didn't want to move because "he was just 33 points short of 2500"! He has now surpassed 2500 but still does not move. I think ...
by imreallylousy
Tue Jan 29, 2013 11:17 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Chess net app
Replies: 0
Views: 5322

Chess net app

How do I get an app for my iPad?
by imreallylousy
Fri Sep 14, 2012 7:58 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Leaving for a while
Replies: 4
Views: 10778

Re: Leaving for a while

I hope you will be back! You are the only opponent who has ever given me a "Mulligan"!!! :):)
by imreallylousy
Sun Aug 12, 2012 5:15 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: 502 Gateway error message
Replies: 1
Views: 5834

502 Gateway error message

I get the above error message each time I try to get to my games! Any ideas what is going on? All other sites load no problem..
Imreallylousy...
by imreallylousy
Fri Dec 09, 2011 8:54 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Re: Those who purposely time out....when losing.

Thanks, Greg. My understanding is now complete concerning the rules used on this site vis a vis the timeout issue. But, if a player times out in less than ten moves and thereby loses the game and rating points, why shouldn't his opponent gain points? In a regular tournament, isn't this the case? Is ...
by imreallylousy
Thu Dec 08, 2011 9:40 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Re: Those who purposely time out....when losing.

Your opinion is a nightmare. :):) When I posed this subject, I was unaware that those who time out after making more than 10 moves would suffer a loss in rating and the other player would gain points. Had I known that, I would have simply waited for it to happen. For my lack of understanding, I apol...
by imreallylousy
Sun Dec 04, 2011 1:23 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Re: Those who purposely time out....when losing.

Thanks. That's all I wanted to know.
by imreallylousy
Sat Dec 03, 2011 9:25 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Re: Those who purposely time out....when losing.

Greg: " Might be a time out loss". Could you be a little more specific? Will his rating go up or down if and when he times out?
by imreallylousy
Sat Dec 03, 2011 1:49 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Re: Those who purposely time out....when losing.

So what will be the final result in all this? Will Eisdrache be allowed to purposely time out without forfeiture? Without penalty?
by imreallylousy
Fri Dec 02, 2011 8:40 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Re: Those who purposely time out....when losing.

I guess I have opened a bit of a hornet''s nest here. I have reviewed those games in which Eisdrache has timed out, and they all appear to be losing positions. If he lets the time run out in our game, as is his right, I think he should forfeit the game. It is not fair to allow anyone to time out wit...
by imreallylousy
Fri Nov 25, 2011 4:37 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Re: Those who purposely time out....when losing.

Yes, play within the time limits set, but play, do not cop out.
by imreallylousy
Fri Nov 25, 2011 4:27 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Re: Those who purposely time out....when losing.

Eisdrache's last move in that game was on 11/6. He has made many, many moves since then in other games. I suspect he does not want to lose points against a much lower rated player. Ergo, he's sitting back and waiting to time out. If he has a legitimate reason for not moving, I shall be the first to ...
by imreallylousy
Fri Nov 25, 2011 4:10 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Re: Those who purposely time out....when losing.

If one is called away for whatever reason, he/she should notify their opponents. Common courtesy.
Eisdrache has been making other moves on a regular basis....the last on 11/25.
by imreallylousy
Thu Nov 24, 2011 1:10 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Those who purposely time out....when losing.
Replies: 35
Views: 36101

Those who purposely time out....when losing.

I suppose there is little to be done with those who purposely time out when their position is hopeless. I recently played four games with Eisdrache, a far superior player. I lost the first three but I have a forced winning position in the fourth. Silence from Eisdrache. He seems to have a penchant f...
by imreallylousy
Tue Oct 04, 2011 12:32 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Just a Thank You
Replies: 11
Views: 18325

This really is a great site. Nice people. Imreallylousy but I am treated with kindness....
by imreallylousy
Sat Apr 30, 2011 1:13 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Humorous Chess Quotations.
Replies: 10
Views: 16994

Excuses....

I completely overlook the move I intended to make!! :lol:
by imreallylousy
Sat Mar 05, 2011 3:11 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: The End Game -- Frank Brady
Replies: 6
Views: 10420

The End Game

Greg: Glad to read you enjoyed the book. I suspect the book did not elaborate on the inheritance issue because Brady did not have any conclusive evidence as to how it would work out at the time he finished the book.
by imreallylousy
Wed Feb 23, 2011 9:00 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: The End Game -- Frank Brady
Replies: 6
Views: 10420

The End Game

Greg: I hope you enjoy the book. We all know the ending is the most important element of the game. Fischer, of course, lost this one.
by imreallylousy
Sun Feb 20, 2011 5:37 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: The End Game -- Frank Brady
Replies: 6
Views: 10420

The End Game

For me, yes. The book is about Fischer's persona away from the board. Something I knew little about apart from what was reported in the press which, of course, was mostly derogatory. Brady shows us a man who was certainly very intelligent yet still an inexplicable mixture of insanity and human kindn...
by imreallylousy
Sun Feb 20, 2011 10:55 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: The End Game -- Frank Brady
Replies: 6
Views: 10420

The End Game -- Frank Brady

The End Game is a remarkably well written book on the personal life of Bobby Fischer. Frank Brady knew Fischer for most of the latter's life, and he knew most of those individuals who at one time or another were close to him. Fischer, some say, was the greatest chess play who ever played the game; t...
by imreallylousy
Sat Feb 19, 2011 10:35 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Rude Behavior and Using Chess Programs
Replies: 31
Views: 34353

Rude Behavior

I have been playing here for years. I have encountered no rude behavior from my opponents. Frustration, yes, rude behavior, no. No gloating, no bragging, no disparaging comments. I particularly enjoy my games with JHubbard and Mi, both excellent players, both of whom have managed to deflate my chess...
by imreallylousy
Mon Nov 01, 2010 11:55 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Player's Nationalities?
Replies: 20
Views: 24512

Imreallylousy USA 2165
by imreallylousy
Tue Dec 08, 2009 3:21 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Size of Chess Board
Replies: 1
Views: 4411

Size of Chess Board

I would like to make my chessboard a bit smaller. I do not see where/how I can do this. My computer skills at my age are limited. Can anyone help?
Thanks.
by imreallylousy
Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:03 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: I love Chess!
Replies: 0
Views: 5217

I love Chess!

I'm "reallylousy". Those of you who have played me know my "nick" is accurate. I welcome nearly all challenges. A real chance to improve your rating! :D
by imreallylousy
Sun May 20, 2007 11:42 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Please ban idontknow from the system
Replies: 30
Views: 50955

Perhaps idon'tknow is genuinely mentally challenged. If that is the case, perhaps we should cut her/him a little slack. Chess may be of some therapy for the poor soul...
by imreallylousy
Tue Oct 24, 2006 6:03 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Centaur status or not?
Replies: 13
Views: 25309

Seems like a perfectly reasonable solution to me. I vote for it if it can be done. I, for one, would like to know what mechanized aides my opponent is using. As I have previously said, chess engines are fine for analysis but to use them to decide which move to make during the course of a game bother...
by imreallylousy
Tue Oct 24, 2006 2:54 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Use of engines in matchs
Replies: 10
Views: 18734

Thanks, Herlock. I'm sure there will always be a difference of opinion. It's what makes life interesting.
by imreallylousy
Tue Oct 24, 2006 1:23 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Use of engines in matchs
Replies: 10
Views: 18734

I guess I'm just an old fuddy duddy, but I think one's chess skills should be based on one's chess skills, not on someone else's. I'm all for study off the board, but once on it, let 'er rip. I have no problem with using books. You still have to analyze and think. It's when a machine thinks for you,...
by imreallylousy
Mon Oct 23, 2006 10:10 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Use of engines in matchs
Replies: 10
Views: 18734

Herlocksholmes: You mean "enjoy your chess and play as well as your chess engine can"....:):)