The History of Backgammon – Today and Before
Thursday, 14. January 2016
Backgammon is the original game in history. It has been called as the "wee battle," backgammon appeared in Mesopotamia (now called Iraq) about 5 millennia ago. However, Egyptians called backgammon "Senat," which is a close type of the present game played at this time. Hundreds of years ago, only citizens of power, the ruling figures of aristocracy like Egyptian pharaohs, were able to play. The game began to grow worldwide in time. Different Backgammon types were developed in various countries and cultures, but the main codes of those variations resemble those of the ancient form . For example, The Greeks took hold of the game and coined the name "bac gamen." From there, the Anglo’s started playing backgammon in the seventeenth century and have continued to play it ever since. Backgammon and different antiquated games were never approved by a lot of faiths. The clergy felt that the game was the tool of Beelzebub. This caused churches to ban and burn the game. The blacklisting and burning did not prevent many people competing games and enjoying themselves.
Computers make available an additional arena for Backgammon. When various electronic games are available everywhere, computer intellectuals in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been using Backgammon for researching, creating and testing AI ideas and algorithms as a consequence of the ease of game codes and complexity of schemes.
With the abounding use of the Internet, backgammon has grown to a completely new level. Many might not be aware that Internet Backgammon is in fact installed on most of PCs running Windows XP/Vista by default under "Games" menu option. Net Backgammon connects thousands of people throughout the world. As soon as you signed up on an online game site, you can play Backgammon against a computer, or against a real gambler. Gambling websites have been hosting Backgammon tournaments regularly. You will be able to participate in the game for enjoyment, or for money. There are tens of thousands of associations committed to net backgammon, including distinctive game software that you can download to bet with others. Folks love Backgammon for the fact that it’s simple however, in the end, needs a lot of attention and expertise.
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