The Origin of Backgammon by Ken Wilssens
Most everyone loves the game of backgammon but have you ever wondered about the origin of backgammon? It goes back a very long way, over 5000 years ago. It is believed to be the oldest recorded game in the world and is believed to have started in ancient Mesopotamia, which is present day Iraq. ... The object of the game was the same as it is today where the players had to get all their pieces removed from the board in order to win the game. ... Tabula means "table" or "board" since the game was played on a special board.

Final Fortress - An Exciting Flash Strategy Game! by Yuvin Ghotra
Your hunt for a fun, exciting strategy game comes to an end! Strategy games are probably the oldest and most widespread form of entertainment known to humankind. Proof of that are the myriad ancient game boards and game pieces found by archeologists all over the globe. ... But finally a strategy game has arrived which will not only leave you spell bound but completely addicted to it. ... They are typically board games, video or computer games with the players' decision-making skills having a high significance in determining the outcome.

The History of Backgammon by Adel Awwad
The history of backgammon, the oldest known board game, is an interesting one that began almost 5,000 years ago in Mesopotamia. Numerous variations of the game were adopted by other cultures throughout the history of backgammon. Archaeologists continue to discover many similar games in the ruins... The aristocracy and slave population of Egypt and Greece played a similar game called, “senat.” The Romans changed the number of dice from two to three and called it “bac gamen” or “back game.” From the Roman civilization, backgammon moved to Persia, where it was again played with two dice in a...

Selecting a New Motherboard: A Beginner's Guide by Michael Quarles
Are you looking for a new motherboard? With so many models available, deciding which to buy can be difficult. However, if you use this checklist, considering each motherboard feature, you should be able to find one that’s right for you. 1. Socket type: What socket type does your CPU require? ... If you need to run 3 GB of RAM, for extreme game play, you’ll need a three-slot board. ... RAM: You’ll probably buy a board that uses PC3200 RAM. ... Video and sound on the motherboard: Do you want these two items built into the board, or would you rather buy cards and plug them in?

Backgammon – A Time Honoured Game of Strategy and Chance by John Gibb
The oldest recorded game in history, Backgammon is a relatively simple game that has reached wide popularity. The origins of backgammon extend into medieval history and its true roots are thought to be in ancient Rome and even Mesopotamia, over 2000 years BC. ... Backgammon is a two player board game of strategy comparable to chess where each player must negotiate 15 pieces through 24 pointed sections of the board, aiming to b the first to get all their pieces off the board. ... Strategies used in Backgammon have their own names, such as the Running game, the Holding game, The Blitz, the...

The Truth About Video Game Violence by Tim Whiston
At the time of this writing, I am a 31 year old man who loves to play video games. I got on board the video game movement shortly after its inception. I missed the boat on the old black and white Ping systems, but caught pace quickly after the introduction of the Atari 2600. ... And that’s why the video game industry has adopted the ESRB (Entertainment Software Ratings Board) ratings system. ... It’s absolutely, positively, without a doubt not about censoring video games or imposing laws that require game producers to make all of their content ‘family friendly’.

Understanding Video Game Ratings by Vanessa Pruitt
As a parent today, you most likely understand the ratings on the movies that your children are watching. But, do you really know what the ratings on their video games mean? Are your children playing games on there video game systems or on the computer that are meant only for adults? ... (This symbol appears only in advertising prior to a game's release.) As parents, we have the right to be informed about what our children are viewing. ... E – Everyone A game marked E is suitable for children 6 years and older.

Popular Electronic Games - They Are Not Just For Kids Anymore by Royce Armstrong
Superheroes battle monsters and space invaders in fast action games. Players take on the role of these superheroes in epic battles. In other games players race cars, boats, motorcycles, helicopters and planes against villains and even less evil opponents to win high stakes races. ... Soon after they produced the first game console and their first electronic game, Pong, as an arcade game. ... Many of the top game companies are betting that older adults are the new growth market for the game industry.

The History of Mahjongg by Jill G
During a recent visit to my parent's house I noticed a solid black briefcase on the kitchen table. I was curious as to what was inside. From it's size, I thought it might be a laptop computer. My mom opened the briefcase to reveal several colorful tiles and game pieces. ... I wondered if there were differences in the rules of my mom's physical board game versus my computer game. ... The board version is an intense game of strategy, logic, and planning. ... There are rule books that cover the Western version of the game.

Learning Basic Checkers Rules by Sky Joe
If you are among those who never learned how to play checkers , or perhaps need to brush up after not playing for many years, there are several good resources for learning basic checkers rules . Here are some ideas on where to look for information on checkers rules . ... Since checkers has been a favorite board game for many years, chances are one of your older relatives is intimately acquainted with the game and can quickly bring you up to speed on basic rules. ... Take a trip to your local library or bookstore and locate a book that contains instructions on playing checkers.