Backgammon is the original game in history. Also known as the "little war," backgammon appeared in ancient middle east approximately 5 millennia ago. In any case, Egyptians referred to backgammon as "Senat," which was a close form of the present game enjoyed today. Hundreds of years ago, just men and women of power, the ruling figures of aristocracy like Egyptian kings, were permitted to enjoy. The game started to expand around the planet since then. Many different Backgammon variants were created in various nations and societies, but the main protocols of those variations look like that of the ancient form . For example, Greece took hold of the game and coined the name "bac gamen." From there, the English started playing backgammon in the 1600’s and have continued to play it ever since. Backgammon and different antiquated games were never welcomed by a lot of faiths. The churchgoers felt that the game was the tool of the Devil. This caused clergy to boycott and destroy the game. The abolishment and burning did not stop many people enjoying games and being entertained.
Computers give an additional arena for Backgammon. When assorted electronic machines are sold all-over the place, computer intellectuals in Artificial Intelligence (AI) use Backgammon for doing research, creating and testing AI ideas and algorithms because of the simplicity of game rules and complexity of techniques.
With the embracing of the net, backgammon has evolved to an entirely new level. Many may not realize that online Backgammon is in fact loaded on most of PCs that run Windows XP/Vista by default in "Games" menu option. Online Backgammon hooks up hundreds of thousands of people around the planet. Once you join an internet game internet site, you can enjoy Backgammon against a computer, or against an actual person. Casino sites have been hosting Backgammon tournaments regularly. You can play the game for fun, or for cash. There are hundreds of thousands of associations committed to internet backgammon, as well as distinctive software that you can download to wager with other players. Gamblers enjoy Backgammon for the fact that it is uncomplicated however, still requires heaps of attention and expertise.
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