The History of Backgammon – Now and Then
Backgammon is the oldest game in recorded history. It has been known as the "little war," backgammon appeared in Mesopotamia (now referred to as Iraq) approximately 5 millennia ago. However, Egyptians called backgammon "Senat," which is a similar form of the present game played right now. Centuries ago, only people in influence, the ruling figures of aristocracy like Egyptian kings, were able to play. The game started to spread worldwide over time. Many different Backgammon variants have been created in several states and civilizations, but the main rules of those variations look like those of the archaic form . For instance, The Greeks grabbed a hold of the game and called it by the name "bac gamen." From there, the Anglo’s borrowed backgammon in the 1600’s and have remained with it ever since. Backgammon and different old games were never approved by most clergy. The churchgoers believe that the game was the work of the Devil. This led clergy to blacklist and burn the game. The ban and burning did not stop people enjoying games and enjoying themselves.
Computers give a new arena for Backgammon. When various electronic games are for sale all over the place, computer scientists in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been using Backgammon for assessing, advancing and testing AI theories and formulas as a result of the ease of game policies and difficulties of plans.
With the abounding use of the Internet, backgammon has evolved to a totally new level. A lot may not realize that net Backgammon is actually installed on most of home computers running Windows XP/Vista by default in "Games" program group. Internet Backgammon hooks up tens of thousands of people throughout the world. As soon as you signed up on an internet game site, you can wager on Backgammon against a computer, or opposed to a bona fide gambler. Gaming sites have been holding Backgammon tournaments regularly. You will be able to participate in Backgammon for enjoyment, or for cash. There are thousands of clubs devoted to web backgammon, along with certain software that you can download to play against others. Gamblers love Backgammon for the fact that it is uncomplicated however, in the end, depends upon a bit of attention and expertise.
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