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Wednesday, October 27, 2010

10 Great Reasons To Play Poker Online

By Simon M Skinner

Playing poker is a beloved pastime for many of people. It's also a way that many people earn money, sometimes their only income. Poker isn't a new game, but there are variations that are more recent than others. With modern technology, you can now play poker online. Here are some reasons why you should play poker online.

1. Poker is fun, plain and simple. We realize that this is not likely to come as a revelation to you, but we couldn't let it go unsaid. It's just as fun to play poker online as it is to sit around a table with other players - and it's easier to bluff too.

2. It's simple to get in on a game. Many poker sites offer visitors one click access, so you never have to wait a long time to be dealt into a game.

3. Technologically impressive. The software that's been designed for many of the poker website is a remarkable sight. You can see the table, the players' faces and everything. While one can't say "it's just like holding the cards in your hands," the sites won't bore you, that's for sure.

4. Variety of games. Playing poker online means that you can play a wide variety of games, from Texas Hold 'Em to 5 Card Stud, and everything in between. You don't have to be locked into one type of game; you can switch and play as you please.

5. You can play for free. Many poker websites do have free versions of their games for folks to play. You may not win anything, but you can learn the ropes or just kill time without having to pay for it.

6. You can win real money. When you've played all the free poker you can handle and you think you're ready to play for money, you can do so with the right poker site.

7. There's tournament play. Just like those poker tournaments on TV; with big pots, you can play in these kinds of tournaments online too.

8. To learn the game. If you are already a player, than you know how much fun it can be. For the novice, this is a great way to learn the game without feeling awkward.

9. Convenience - you can play from home any time it fits your schedule.

10. You can make new friends. With built in chat when you play poker online, you can socialize as well as simply play a hand of poker.

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