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How To Play Texas Hold'em Poker
Monday, November 30th, 2009 | Hobbies |
Today Texas hold em has become the most popular of all poker games that a person is able to play today around the world. This game is not only played in casinos around the world but it is now available to many online as well. The great thing about this game and all games of poker is it provides the player with a chance to think and use strategies to outwit their opponents. However in this article we will be taking a quick look at how to play Texas hold em. Firstly before the game actually ...› Continue reading
Winning at online Texas Hold'em
Friday, November 27th, 2009 | Art and Entertainment |
If you are just beginning to play online Texas holdem then one thing for you to remember is that you need to find sites and tables for your skill level. You do not want to find yourself in a high stakes game, or in a game filled with professional Online Poker players. It's a very good idea to ask questions, and review sites before committing to a game. This article is not for the professional players, but simply for those who are just starting. Most all poker sites have games that got for as ...› Continue reading
QwertyCasino.com's Review of the Year 2009
Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 | Art and Entertainment |
What a year it has been! In retrospect is has been more of a year for abbreviations rather than online casinos with great establishments such as the GPWA, APCW, GUA, AGD and the dreaded UIGEA making the headlines! As always the GPWA (Gambling Portal Webmasters Association) and APCW (Association of Players, Casinos and Webmasters) have been at the forefront of this tricky yet rewarding online gambling industry providing up to the minute information on affiliate programs, gambling brands and ...› Continue reading
What is a free roll poker noob?
Saturday, November 21st, 2009 | Art and Entertainment |
Whilst going through numerous online poker tournaments to review their software and online customer service, I felt impelled, if not under instruction, to try some of the free roll poker tournament that are currently available over a host of poker sites. This did mean typing my e-mail address and numerous usernames out about 30 times but in hindsight it was fun. Many of the free roll tournaments are so simply set out that the only issue you may have is forgetting to register. Obviously there ...› Continue reading
What Is A Good Weight For Poker Chips?
Thursday, November 19th, 2009 | News and Society |
I have been playing poker since my college days. I went to a small school in western Massachusetts. The funny thing is back in those days we would use anything as poker chips. It was not uncommon for us to scrape our pennies together or even break open a bag of potatoes chips that we heisted from the dorm room across the hall to use as our poker chips. Well since then I have matured and in this article I will talk about 13.5g poker chips. I highly recommend using 13.5g poker chips.13.5g poker ...› Continue reading
Video Poker - The Basics
Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 | News and Society |
After Blackjack and Craps, video poker gives you some of the best odds in the casino if you play it right. It combines some of the fun of a slot machine with some of the fun of a table game, all without rushing you to play. This is why many professional gamblers use video poker as a means of relaxation in between the demands of blackjack or a table poker game. For many years now, video poker has steadily increased in popularity in the casinos. While many video poker machines may look like slot ...› Continue reading
Texas Holdem Poker Pre-Flop Strategy - Six Tips to Help You win
Monday, November 16th, 2009 | Art and Entertainment |
Texas Holdem Poker Pre-Flop Strategy - Six Tips to Help You win A carefully thought out pre-flop strategy is essential if you are to win at Texas holdem poker. Here is a basic Texas holdem pre-flop strategy to get you off to a winning start: Tip 1 - Consider the Number of Players With 10 people in the game, there is a greater chance of someone having a good hand, than in a game with a lesser number of players. Players need to be more cautious in large games as more players means more ...› Continue reading
The Main Event for the 2005 World Series of Poker
Saturday, November 14th, 2009 | News and Society |
The Main Event for the World Series of Poker is what defines the ultimate challenge in Texas No Limit Hold'Em. In 2005, 5,619 players sat down to compete for 9 days in order to get a chance at the $7,500,000 first prize. Everyone who was lucky enough to reach the final table became an instant millionaire. And the total prize pool was also impressive, reaching $52,818,610 dollars! But to even have a shot at the great amounts of cash, players had to survive the elimination rounds of the ...› Continue reading
World Player steps out
Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 | News and Society |
The premiere edition of the exclusive Fortune Lounge magazine has been much-anticipated and is a global call for all players to epitomize the ultimate World Player, which is the name for this new title. Built on all the core traditions that have made the Fortune Lounge group stand out in the industry, World Player magazine represents success, aspiration and the good life. The launch of World Player magazine is a milestone in the history of Fortune Lounge, and demonstrates the maturity the group ...› Continue reading
No Limit Texas Holdem Poker Strategy - Say Goodbye to Limit
Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 | Art and Entertainment |
No Limit Texas Holdem Poker Strategy - Say Goodbye to Limit Games and Win more Money No limit Texas Holdem poker strategy is the key to winning big and you need to employ a very different approach to the strategy used in limit games. Although the dynamics of the game are essentially similar, with the skill level in no limits games being higher and with the use of psychology you can win more money than in any other poker game. Here are the fundamental differences and advantages of no ...› Continue reading
YOU Can Make POKER Less PAINFUL (or--A Pain in the Arse can be
Sunday, November 8th, 2009 | News and Society |
As you will read in this article, the removal of a pain in the arse, from the poker table, can be accomplished without going under the knife, if you are diligent and persistent. At the 2005 WSOP, there were couple of players who acted objectionably and (See our 2005 WSOP Views) they received penalties due to this objectionable behavior. Playing poker will expose you to poker players that consistently believe that their feelings at the table are more important than anyone else's feelings. They ...› Continue reading
The History Of Texas Hold'em Poker
Saturday, November 7th, 2009 | News and Society |
Over time Texas Hold'em poker has become a popular pastime throughout the world, as it features players from all over the world who can even compete in tournaments for large amounts of money. But before today the game has made several different changes to get it to where it is today. The history of Texas Hold'em poker is one that is long and has evolved over time through many countries. Throughout the history of Texas Hold'em poker the game has featured many additions, but the substance of the ...› Continue reading
Texas Hold'em Rules
Friday, November 6th, 2009 | Hobbies |
A refresher for the returning champion, and a quick guide for the beginner. Knowing the Texas hold'em rules can make all the difference in your game and the winnings you take home. Even a long timer may need a refresher every now and then. Take a moment and read below to be on your way to enjoying and understanding the game. In the game Texas Hold 'Em you use a standard 52 card deck. After the cards are shuffled or as with Internet Texas Hold'em you make your start by placing the predetermined ...› Continue reading
Texas Holdem Poker - Get An Edge With This Software
Thursday, November 5th, 2009 | News and Society |
The proliferation of Texas Holdem Poker tournament coverage on TV has resulted in a tremendous swelling in the number of fans. The number of poker room on the internet have also followed suit and given rise to a plethora of sites with games, tips, techniques and assorted schemes.You can even buy top quality poker supplies at your local discount store. But your local store doesn't have a chance to compete with internet merchants like Pachi Paradice and PokerNSt uff. Besides a vast array of ...› Continue reading
2005 World Series of Poker - Final Tournament Report
Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 | News and Society |
Now that the 2005 World Series of Poker has finished, we can tell you what took place in Events #23 through #45. But most importantly we can announce what happened in the Main Event and who won the $7,500,000 top prize and became the 2005 champion. Event #23 "Seven Card Stud" had a happy Jan Sorensen from Denmark ready to take home $293,275 and a bracelet for winning this tournament. Event #24 "No Limit Hold'Em" was won by the very serious, solid playing Farzad Bonyadi who earned $594,960 for ...› Continue reading
Texas Hold'em Strategy - A Basic Guide For Beginners
Sunday, November 1st, 2009 | Hobbies |
As you begin to learn the game, in order to increase your odds of winning each time you set down to play, you'll need to learn some basic Texas Hold'em strategy. It's been proven time after time, that those who have a plan to reach their goals, in business, at play, or in any area of life, accomplish more than those without a plan. Think of learning the basic Texas Hold'em strategy as your plan of action to beat the other players at the table. After you get a bit of experience playing the game, ...› Continue reading