Ladies, Play Online Poker Today!
Over the past couple of years online poker has turned into a phenomenon as millions of people have signed up to the many online poker rooms available in an attempt to win big money. Although Poker is officially classed as a game of chance (like Bingo, Roulette, Slots, etc) many disagree pointing out that it is a highly skilled game. For a player holding bad cards to ‘bluff’ his way through a hand and winning makes Poker a rather unique game as it puts the player in the driving seat rather than leaving things to chance. It is all about making calculated risks and lying through your teeth in order to win the pot of money!
An excellent feature about online Poker is that you play against other real life players across the globe instead of playing a random number generator which determines the outcome time and time again. In Poker YOU have a big say in whether you win or lose, but it all depends on how good you become. Online poker sites have tables and tournaments to suit all players’ needs from beginners to experts. The best way is to start playing at the low limit tables and slowly improve your skills and build up your bankroll.
Poker has become the biggest form of gambling on the internet. It has become so popular that some online tournaments lead to TV special events, receiving quite a lot of media coverage and having cash prizes ranging in the millions!
Many people believe that Poker is a man’s game, however nothing could be further away from the truth. There is a huge female Poker community out there and the numbers are growing fast since they realised how easy it really is to beat men! The truth is that anyone can play as it is a highly entertaining game that will keep you on your toes throughout. As in Bingo, online Poker also has the chat facility through which you can meet and socialise with other players.
The most popular online poker game is No Limit Texas Holdem. That is where you can say ‘All in!’ and in the blink of an eye double up on your stack or lose everything you have. It offers the biggest adrenalin rush and that is why it is number 1 for most players. There are also other Poker games available including Omaha and Seven Card Stud. These games all have the same format but with slightly different game rules.
The rules of Poker are not difficult yet playing the game effectively can take some time to learn. It is commonly said about Poker that it is a game that takes a day to learn but a lifetime to master. However, don’t be put off by this as the mastering of it is the most fun!
Poker Rules
To start off with all you need to know are the card rankings, in other words, what sequence of cards beats another. The following is a list starting with the strongest hand:
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Royal Flush:10,Jack, Queen, King, Ace of the same suit |
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Straight Flush:Five cards in sequence of the same suit |
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Four Of A KindFour cards of the same number |
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Full HouseA Three of a Kind and a Pair. If both players have a Full House the one with the highest number Three of a Kind wins. |
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FlushAny five cards of the same suit. If both players have a Flush, the player with the highest card in |
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StraightFive cards in sequence of any suit |
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Three of a KindThree cards of the same value along with any two other cards |
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Two PairTwo pairs of cards of the same number with any other card which may serve as a ‘kicker’ to decide the winner in case that both players have the same Two Pair |
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PairTwo cards of the same number with any three other cards |
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High CardThe hand with the highest card wins. |
All online poker rooms offer their customers many features. There are great incentives to join including sign up and monthly bonuses. There are Cash Tables and Tournaments for the more seasoned player and Freerolls for those who want to experience what real Poker is like but haven’t yet made a first deposit. Freerolls are tournaments that are free to enter but with the added incentive of winning a real money prize if you make it to the end. There are many such tournaments running on all online Poker sites on a daily basis.
One of the best features online Poker sites offer beginners is a chance to practice before they deposit funds. The ‘Play for Fun’ feature can be used until a player has got to grips with the game and is ready to play for real. So there really is nothing to lose and everything to gain. With online Poker the sky is the limit so don’t delay and join today!
Poker Tips
Top 5 Online Poker Tips
- If there are x people at your table then only play 1/x hands. If there are 8 people playing then statistically you will only hold the best hand an eighth of the time. Fold the rest.
- If you decide that your hand is worth playing, play it aggressively – RAISE!
- Do not play if you are in a bad mood or emotional. This is called playing ‘on tilt’ and it can cause you to make mistakes with dire consequences for your bankroll. If you have just lost a hand with a very good set of cards (a bad beat), take a break and come back to the table when you have calmed down and your judgement is not clouded by wanting to win back immediately what you just lost.
- Study your hand and try to calculate your odds depending on how many players are still in the game and what community cards are on the table. Don’t become self-obsessed though and try to also concentrate on what your opponents are doing.
- Try not to ‘Bluff’ too much. In online beginner games, where the stakes are relatively small, players will ‘Call’ you more times than not putting you in a vulnerable position with a bad hand. It is best to be patient and only play strong hands.