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Step 1
Look for websites like Backgammon Blitz (BGBlitz) and GammOnLine that specialize in supporting those who seek to learn more about backgammon or simply want to play the game.
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Step 2
Determine if the website offers backgammon software that's compatible with your Linux platform. If you decide to use BGBlitz software, it runs on Linux 2.2 or a newer version but you must install Blackdown Java 1.1.8 if your system is slower than P/200 or Sun JRE 1.3.1 if you have sufficient RAM. The BGBlitz online manual provides links to these downloads for your convenience.
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Step 3
Read the FAQ section carefully to find notification of potential problems with a game download before you make a decision. For example, you must install a current version of Java before you download BGBlitz software or the program will crash or refuse to run.
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Step 4
Consider the use of non-download software available at the Play65 backgammon website if this seems like a suitable alternative to downloading free backgammon computer games to your Linux platform.
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Step 5
Choose a backgammon computer game from your options. While a free version of backgammon is available on such websites as BGBlitz, you may wish to upgrade to a more professional version for a fee.
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Step 6
Find the links and instructions for downloading free backgammon computer games to your Linux platform on the website. If you use, BGBlitz software, click on the "Download" link on the menu, then scroll down and click on the "Download" link next to the Linux icon. Once you complete the download, go back to where you found the Linux "Download" link and click on the instructions next to it, proceed to follow the FreeBSD instructions.
