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Internet Go Servers
Thousand of enthusiasts from all over the world are
playing go on the Internet right now! You can join them by
selecting one of the "servers" listed below, and installing
the appropriate "client" software on your computer. Get a
game, watch others play, find a teacher, kibitz, chat --
it's a great way to get acquainted with go, or fit in a
quick game anytime, anywhere you can get on the
Internet.
Most servers enable online play in real time; there are
also turn-based servers, where you and youropponent take
turns logging in and playing the next move over a period of
days. Postal go for the digital age. Each server is a
virtual community, with its own distinct character. Try
them all and stick with the one that suits you.
- Internet Go Server
(IGS)
The "Mother of All Go Servers" has been around since
1992. With up to 2000 players or more online at any time
of the day or night, it's a wild and woolly place where
pros play under assumed names, top Asian matches are
mirrored in real time, and there's always something
exciting going on.
Unlike other servers, IGS publishes its specifications,
so various third-party "clients" are also available.
Click
here to choose one.
- KGS Go Server
KGS also attracts hundreds of players who log into dozens
of separate "rooms" for clubs, events, lessons and
language groups. You can even start your own room! The
KGS "client" (interface) supports advanced options for
teachers. A great place to get a lesson from a stronger
player.
- Fly Or Die
No time limits here; you can also play chess, cakgammon and dozens of other games, or try/buy dozens of fun computer games. (FlyorDie donates 30% of every sale to the AGA, so buy your new games here!)
- Dashn.com: Another Korean server where English is spoken, with lots of historical information and extensive coverage of the current pro scene..
- World Web Go
Japan-based server, with up to 100 mostly Japanese users from 9D
to 26K logged on at most times, friendly and easy for
English speakers to use
- Badukworld.net: Korea-based server
with some functions and utilities in English. Log in as
"guest" to observe games and get a feel of the place, but
you have to register to play.
- Yahoo! Games
The Yahoo! server attracts lots of beginners. Rooms are restricted to 100 users each.
TURN-BASED
SERVERS
- Dragon Go
Server : Players of all strengths are waiting for
you to make your move.
- Little
Golem: 9x9, 13x13 and 19x19 Go tournaments are in
progress on this turn-based server, as well as many other
games.
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