Playing Texas Hold Em Poker online can be fun but it can also be dangerous. Find out everything you need to know about HoldEm here.
Poker can be a daunting card game for the beginner. Varieties of the game, such as 7 Card stud, require knowledge of odds calculation and card counting which may be baffling to the novice.
Texas Hold Em Poker is a variation of the standard poker game, which is easier for the beginner to grasp and a perfect introduction to the exciting game of poker.
The History of Texas Hold Em
As the name suggests, Texas HoldEm Poker was invented in Texas around the turn of the last century – exactly where and when is not known. It was introduced into Las Vegas in the 1960s and by 1972 it was the main event in the recently created World Series of Poker.
Now it has usurped the position of Seven Card Stud as the most popular game in US casinos. It’s surprising Texas HoldEm has taken this place, but there is no doubt it is an enjoyable game to play.
The Rise In Popularity Of Texas Hold Em
Part of the reason that Texas HoldEm has surged in popularity at the beginning of the 21st century is the availability of the game online.
Its simplicity attracts new players, and it has recently been featured in a host of TV shows and movies, including the James Bond blockbuster “Casino Royale”.
Texas Hold Em On The Internet
A huge number of web sites now cater to the armchair poker player. Online poker is the perfect way to try out the game. It is cheap and anonymous and allows you to develop your skills with little risk.
There are tens of thousands of sites where you can play the game and many more teaching the basics and more advanced techniques. A huge online community of players has developed where you can share your tips, strategies and techniques, wins and losses, and both online and real world gaming experiences.
So, whether you want to learn to play Texas Hold Em, or want to develop your skill, or play for fun or for money, you can do it all on your PC. Start on one of the many online sites and, who knows, in a few years we may see you winning big money at the World Series!
By Alex Poker
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