I want to learn how to play backgammon (or improve my game) – whats the best method?
Like any activity there are a variety of ways to learn the game. The best method is dependent on the student’s personality, ability, likes and dislikes. For example, some people are natural book learners, others learn better by observation or through interactive instruction. The ideal option is probably a combination of the above. In general the successful development as a backgammon player will depend on practice and study. Ideally, practice should be against an opponent, either human or a computer player. In the big cities, skilled opponents can typically be found at a local backgammon club (see Australian list of clubs). Thanks to the advent of the Internet, a ready supply of opponents can be found around the clock on numerous game servers. Membership and access to some servers is free, whilst others charge annual subscription fees. For a free to play site – FIBS (First Internet Backgammon Server) is a good place to start – www.fibs.com Alternatively an ever-ready expert opponent in
