The most complete glossary of backgammon terms
A neural-net computer program that plays backgammon (1) and analyzes positions and matches. GNU Backgammon is a cooperative effort of many volunteers. It is "free" software as defined by the GNU General Public License. See the post by Gary Wong and the tutorial by Albert Silver. Website: GNU Backgammon.
An all-out attack on enemy blots in your home board aimed at closing out your opponent.
A quick elimination tournament consisting of short matches.