The History of Backgammon – Now and Then
Posted in Backgammon on 04/23/2016 03:21 pm by Jillian
Backgammon is the oldest game in recorded history. It has been called as the "wee battle," backgammon began in ancient Iraq almost 5 millennia ago. However, Egyptians called backgammon "Senat," which is a similar form of the present game played at this time. Centuries ago, just citizens in influence, the ruling figures of aristocracy like Egyptian queens, were able to play. The game began to grow around the globe since then. Many different Backgammon types have been created in several nations and civilizations, but the fundamental rules of those variations appear that of the ancient form . For example, Greece 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 remained with it ever since. Backgammon and other ancient games weren’t ever acknowledged by a lot of churches. The religious believe that the game was the work of the Devil. This led clergy to abolish and destroy the game. The ban and burning did not prevent individuals betting on games and being entertained.
Technology gives a brand-new arena for Backgammon. When different electronic machines are available everywhere, computer researchers in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been using Backgammon for assessing, creating and measuring AI theories and algorithms as a consequence of the ease of game policies and difficulties of plans.
With the abounding use of the web, backgammon has developed to a distinctly new level. A few might not realize that web Backgammon is actually installed on most of PCs running Windows XP/Vista by default under "Games" menu option. Internet Backgammon connects tens of thousands of individuals all over the world. Once you signed up on an online game website, you can bet on Backgammon with a computer, or opposed to an actual player. Casino sites have been holding Backgammon tournaments regularly. You will be able to participate in the game for enjoyment, or for money. There are countless of associations devoted to online backgammon, along with exclusive software that you can get to play opposed to other players. People like Backgammon for the certainty that it is simple but still needs a lot of alertness and expertise.