Hold'em Poker

Poker Questions and Answers

• How do I learn the rules of poker?

To learn how to play poker or to improve your understanding of its rules, head for our Rules of Poker section which is entirely dedicated to this subject.

• What is Texas Holdem Poker? And how do you play it?

The Texas Poker is one of Poker’s many variants. Find out how to play and read our advice in our Texas Poker section.

• Is there a secret for how to win money by playing poker?

There’s no real secret, but there are numerous rules and techniques which can improve your chances of winning. Our Golden Rules and Strategies will soon have you playing like a veteran.

• What’s the difference between the video-poker that you see in casinos and multi-player poker?

It’s impossible to win in the long term by playing Video-Poker against casinos because they deduct a fixed margin from the money gambled by their customers, just like they do with slot machines. Online multiplayer poker is different because you are playing against other players: if you’re better than them, you’ll win money in the long term!

• Is cheating possible on online poker websites?

Some people tried to cheat the system in the early days of online poker. Several accomplices tried playing together at the same table and communicated via instant messaging programmes. Fortunately, online poker sites have implemented highly effective monitoring systems since then in order to check whether the same players regularly play together at the same tables or show abnormal behaviours. Any attempts to cheat are severely punished.

• What’s the best site to play on?

Above all, look for a poker site that is reliable, secure, matches your requirements, is easy to use, has a large number of players and offers major tournaments and attractive bonuses. Our guide to Poker Rooms makes it easy for you to choose the site that’s best suited to your needs. Our selection features only find the very best online poker websites! On these sites, you can play with complete peace of mind, leaving you free to concentrate on winning your game!

• How do I take part in Poker tournaments?

Go to our Poker Tournaments section for details of how to take part in forthcoming poker tournaments.

• Who are the greatest Poker players?

Our section on the greatest Poker Players contains the stories of players who have created poker history.

• Can I play online poker in complete security?

There are no risks if you choose a reputable, financially sound Poker website. To give you an idea of the financial strength of online Poker websites, some of them are listed on the London Stock Exchange and boast more than 2 million regular players. A serious Poker website will always pay you your winnings as its reputation is at stake.

For further information, read our analysis of Poker Websites. Our team has analysed each site’s financial solidity, reputation and the security of its transactions.

In order to avoid the risks associated with the Internet, it is, of course, important to keep your password secret and to update your computer’s antivirus programme.

• Can I play Poker for free on the Internet?

Yes, you can pay Poker for free without depositing any money. First choose a poker website, then register by entering your username and e-mail address. The poker site will credit your account with virtual dollars. Then head to the “Free Tables” section of the site and choose a table. Click on a free seat and enter the size of the “virtual” stack that you want to play on this table. If all of the places are taken, enter your name on the waiting list and the website will notify you as soon as a place becomes available.

Playing Free Poker allows you to make your first steps in the poker world without taking the slightest risk.

However, don’t play Free Poker for too long because Poker “without stakes” isn’t real poker at all and you’ll soon develop bad habits. There’s only one way to improve your skills: play for Real Money.

• What’s a bonus? Which sites offer the best bonuses for new members?

A bonus is a sum of money offered by a poker website. Bonuses are very important to players. For beginners, they provide a risk-free introduction to online poker and for experienced players, they are a simple way to win more money.

The most attractive bonuses vary according to your aims and player profile (whether you’re a novice or an experienced player). In our Poker Bonus section, you’ll find all our tips on how to make the most of the best bonuses!

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