Even though you have played billiards, most of the people might not know the dimensions of the table. It is 12 x 6 feet. The sides of the board are covered with rubber edges. The number of pockets in the board is 6. One on each side of the long side of the table and one in each of the corners of the table. A small net is available at the bottom of the pockets to collect the balls that are pocketed. Usually singles games are played and rarely a doubles game is played. To start with the players play their cue ball from the D. With this the ball bounces back and rests in the baulk. The nearness of the ball to the baulk decides which player is to go first or second. There are many websites that give you the details on the different types of games available in billiards. You can choose one according to your tastes.
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