The Background of Backgammon – Now and Then
Backgammon is the original game in history. It has been known as the "little battle," backgammon appeared in ancient middle east over 5 millennia ago. However, Egyptians called backgammon "Senat," which was a close form of the present game played today. Centuries ago, only people of influence, the ruling figures of royalty like Egyptian pharaohs, were able to enjoy. The game started to grow worldwide since then. Various Backgammon variants have been created in several countries and societies, but the fundamental rules of those variants resemble those of the archaic form . For instance, Greece grabbed a hold of the game and called it by the name "bac gamen." From there, the English borrowed backgammon in the 1600’s and have continued to play it ever since. Backgammon and other ancient games were not ever accepted by most faiths. The churchgoers felt that the game was the work of Satan. This led churches to blackball and destroy the game. The banishment and burning had never stop many people competing games and enjoying themselves.
Computers make available an additional platform for Backgammon. When different video games are sold all-over the place, computer intellectuals in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been using Backgammon for doing research, developing and measuring AI theories and formulas because of the simplicity of game principles and complexity of strategies.
With the embracing of the net, backgammon has grown to a distinctly new level. A lot may not know that Internet Backgammon is actually loaded on most of home computers running MicroSoft Windows operating systems by default under "Games" program group. Net Backgammon connects tens of thousands of gamblers all over the world. Once you join a net game casino, you can bet on Backgammon with a computer, or with a real player. Betting websites have been hosting Backgammon tournaments consistently. You will be able to participate in it for enjoyment, or for cash. There are tens of thousands of groups devoted to online backgammon, as well as certain game software that you can download to gamble against other players. Gamblers like Backgammon for the fact that it’s uncomplicated but still needs an abundance of alertness and ability.
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