 Backgammon
software
Computer and Internet, the main pillars leading to the resurgence
of the age-old game, backgammon. A glimpse at the history reveals the
popularity of the game backgammon has followed a sinusoidal curve,
traversing through crests and troughs.
If we want to delve into the past, the efforts to initiate the
computer version of backgammon started in sixties. There were old
games like BKG and Neurogammon. As usual the initial versions of the
games were easy to play and win but with the improvisation of cryptic
logic, the levels of today’s computer game has become really very
high, making it further difficult for you to win. The list of variety
includes:
Arkadium -
http://www.arkadium.com/
The price range generally varies between $10 and $250 but the
average price range is from $10 to $20.
Today free software is also made available at popular sites like
MSN, Yahoo or GNU. Upon watching Internet, you will find various web
sites like MSN Zone, Kurnik, Love Backgammon, Is Your Turn, Chess Lab
who also allow you to download the software for installation and play
it on the computer. So no need to worry about piracy!
Installation
Once you download the software, which is a cakewalk, you store it
in any folder on your PC. You will find a setup icon in that folder.
Double clicking or executing the setup icon will enable installation
on your PC. It will ask for country, languages, time zone, Player
level and various other options for single or multi-player modes etc.
If only you want to play with your computer, then the option of player
stands at 1. We suggest you start off by opting for a beginner at the
Player-level. This helps you to overcome the initial teething problems
that surface. The Computer will become your competitor as the player
number two. However you retain the control on the speed at which the
game progresses. Check and re-check all the screens provided offering
a host of options that vary from software to software.
Restart the computer and find the link under
Start->Program
or
from a shortcut on the desktop.
System Requirements
The PC does not need a high configuration. A normal PC, which you
have got at your home, will suffice. Remember the VGA card, which is
responsible for the display should be good one and your monitor should
be free from stains and dusts. Its better if you have a speaker
attached to your PC.
The technology marvels have minimized the need of specialized
support software for installation and playing the game on your
computer. Only windows operating system is sufficient. Sites like
Kidland.com offer Java applet based Software, which only needs a Java
enabled web browser like Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator, and
Opera. The Java applet enhances the graphical look and feel of the
screen without demanding any additional software. Play65.com, another
very high turn out site offers excellent client software based on
Logic Empire, but it can be played only with other live competitors
over the Internet.
Cautions
Generic
1) Some downloads offer a trial period, where it can be used for a
specific period, beyond which the SW becomes scrap.
2) The History of Games SW are virus-prone
3) Most of the sites ask you to register through your valid email-id,
risking your email-id to invite junk and Spam
4) Go By rating of the site
5) Check the number of downloads/ visitors – Most of the sites are
publishing the figures on top of every download
6) Go by the number of visitors/ online players. At least go by some
popular names
7) Check whether they lead to some secured server
8) Find out the support of popular mode of secured payments like
Credit Card, Paypal, eGold etc.
Game Specific
1) Check the levels of the players as your opponents. Some sites
like Play65 gives you the detailed profiles and position of the
players
2) Check the Account in the beginning. If possible, try a tested and
certified source about the authenticity of the site. Your known
sources or the players online can be most helpful.
3) It's not wise to go for a money game in the beginning, if you have
not reached a certain level of proficiency.
4) Remember your slight casual attitude or scattered mind set may
result a haywire for you.
5) If you enroll for a tournament and players are selective, then
check your schedule to ensure your presence on that particular time.
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