Watching the games

telnet igs.joyjoy.net 6969

which will then give you detailed instructions for loging in and creating an account. To get help on commands relevant to watching the games try:

• help observe
• help channel
• help kibitz

Information on game schedules may be obtained by checking the message of the day on IGS ("help motd"), or by signing our guest book, which puts you on the mailing list for events.

Some Do's and Don'ts of Spectating

Please DO:

• show courtesy and respect to the professionals.

• express your opinions and questions about the game using kibitz or chatter in a kind manner.

• use specified channel for non-game discussion.

• be patient if things go wrong. If there is an interruption or delay in the game, we'll let you know as soon as we can when play will resume.

Please DO NOT:

• bother the IGS administrators with tournament questions of any kind, including problems with clients.

• make rude or offensive comments during play. Offenders will be warned by the TD. Repeat offenders will be kicked off the system.

• use "tell" to reach the players before or after the game. There are simply too many spectators. A brief flurry of thankful congratulatory shouts immediately afterwards will be accepted as net.applause.

• MOST IMPORTANT: Do not at any time shout comments about the game, especially suggestions or opinions about the position. Although the players are not generally able to see shouts during the match, there may be times when these can get through. Anyone seen shouting comments or suggestions will be kicked off the server without further warning. Repeat offenders will be reported to IGS administration.