I would never have imagined that backgammon dated back all the way to the Persian Empire and people like Alexander the Great might have played it... not until I logged on to the internet and read up on the matter a bit.

Want to learn interesting facts about the game? How about some tips and pointers to ease your way to success?

Now that backgammon is played online for real money, being a good player will mean a whole lot more than bragging rights down at the senior citizens' convention. If this articles-section aids you even a tiny bit towards becoming a better player, then we consider our mission fulfilled.

• Backgammon Popularity
  Is online backgammon the next online poker? It could well be. At any rate, it's probably the only serious competitor ...
  
  
• Backgammon Know How
  We all know that in backgammon skill and knowledge are of utmost importance. We've discussed the nature of the game in previous articles ...
  
  
• Backgammon on GamesGrid.com - A Review
  As one of the most active backgammon websites on the Internet, GamesGrid offers a variety of features familiar to backgammon fans ...
  
  
• Backgammon Bill Robertie
  As a two time world champion of backgammon at the World Championships in Monte Carlo, in both 1983 and 1987, Bill Robertie is one of the most recognizable names and talents in the game ...
  
  
• Backgammon Tournament Play
  Backgammon tournament play is slightly different from both standard match play and money play. Because of the addition of match scoring ...