Does the job
Pros: Small program (222k), easy to install, allows long-term game play with anyone with Internet access and includes moves list on screen. There are no ads, no bugs to buy a product, no evaluation limitations, no web browser pop-ups and no spyware.
Cons: A router may prevent this program from working. NetChess doesn't tell the user what the "default" connecting port is. Knowing the port number is essential for configuring port forwarding a multi- PC home network hosted by a router, a configuration that is becoming more common in American households. Luckily, there is an option to enter a different port number. If you have a router (that utilizes Network Address Translation), be sure to pick an unused port number, set up port forwarding for that port and set the same port number in the connection dialog. Lastly, be sure to tell your chess buddy to duplicate the same settings if he has a router using NAT.
Posted: 26-May-2007 08:09:52 PM