Texas Hold'em
Texas Hold'em has become the most popular variation of Poker
currently being featured in the gaming world. Due to the
popularity of Poker parties, the World Series of Poker and the
World Poker Tour, more and more people are developing an
interest in Poker. Further, the game of Texas Hold'em is of
particular interest to gamblers.
Texas Hold'em is usually played with several people (usually
more than 2 and less than 22). The game begins with the dealer
doling out two cards face down, to each player. These are the
cards that are shown and are the cards referred to as the
"showdown." Then, each player makes a bet, after which the
dealer deals a "burn card." The players are then dealt three
community cards, face up, and then the second betting round
begins. After this second better round, another burn card is
dealt and then another community card. Finally, another betting
round is held. This is followed by one or two more betting
rounds and then the showdown.
The showdown is the official name for the final hand. When a
player makes their bet and all of the other players in the game
fold, then that player is the game winner and is awarded the
money in the pot. If two players, or more, remain, then that is
the showdown round. Each player must play the best hand of five
cards that he can get from the seven cards (the two hole cards
and five community cards). If the best hand is shared by the two
players, then the pot is split between the remaining players.
This overview of Texas Hold'em is simply that, an overview.
There are many different tips and tricks, particularly when
playing in casinos whether the casino is virtual or real and the
rules can often vary from site to site within an online casino
arena. The best thing to do before joining a game of Texas
Hold'em Poker is to check the rules of regulations of each
online casino to be sure you comply.