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		<title>What to look for in a basic poker strategy</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 09:46:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The game of Texas Hold’em is one of the most popular ones in any poker room, and no limit Texas Hold’em is one of the most popular ways to play. It is important, however, to resist the temptation to play too many hands when playing a no limit game. In a no limit game of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The game of Texas Hold’em is one of the most popular ones in any poker room, and no limit <a href="http://www.playpokeruk.com/how-to-play/">Texas Hold’em</a> is one of the most popular ways to play. It is important, however, to resist the temptation to play too many hands when playing a no limit game. In a no limit game of Texas Hold’em, the percentage of hands you play should be from 20% to 25%. For instance, when you are in the first position and hold an A-J hand, then you need to fold, when in the middle position with a K-10 you will also need to fold, and in the last position you will fold even if you hold a hand of Q-10.</p>
<p>When playing no limit Texas Hold’em, it is important to choose the table carefully. For instance, if you are new to the game, it is important to avoid tables where all the players are highly experienced. It is a good idea to choose tables populated by players of the same or less experience than you have. In most cases the less experienced players will congregate at the low minimum tables, and you should too, at least until you gain the experience you need to win on a consistent basis.</p>
<p>As with all kinds of <a href="http://www.playpokeruk.com/">poker</a>, it is important to carefully study your opponents in a game of no limit Texas Hold’em. Be watchful, and note those players who are aggressive, those players who are maniacs and those players who fold easily. Also look for those players who are experienced bluffers, and those players who are unable to spot a bluff. It is also important to note those players who play along on all the inferior hands, since those are the players you should attempt to trap if the opportunity should arise. <span id="more-20"></span></p>
<p>It is important to avoid checks and calls as much as possible, and to attack the table with the cards or fold them according to the hand you hold. In a no limit game it is important not to take the middle way if you are after something, like the trap an opponent. Keep in mind that when a player does raise or bet in a no limit game they are probably doing so because of the hand they hold. Respect that fact and act accordingly.</p>
<p>There are many ways to make money when playing no limit Texas Hold’em poker. One of the most effective of these strategies is to trap hands. Trapping hands takes place when you have a strong hand and the other player has a weaker hand. In addition, strategies like drawing hands, bluffing, betting in the back, betting on small pots and playing big pair over big pair are other popular <a href="http://www.playpokeruk.com/strategies-and-tips/">strategies</a> for winning at this exciting game.</p>
<p>During a game of no limit Texas Hold’em poker you can confuse opponents through bluffing. Bluffing of course means making the other players think you have a better hand than you actually do, and this is a tried and true way to make money when playing poker. Bluffing is a learned skill, and it is important to look for signs of bluffing in your opponents as well.</p>
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		<title>How Can You Play Holdem Poker Online</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:15:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The first thing is to pick a site to play at, good sites to play at include Ladbrokes and Titanpoker however there are many more great sites. There are also many more great sites to choose from and you can read the reviews of right here on the play poker uk website front page. Once [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The first thing is to pick a site to play at, good sites to play at include <a href="http://www.playpokeruk.com/ladbrokes/">Ladbrokes</a> and <a href="http://www.playpokeruk.com/titan-poker/">Titanpoker</a> however there are many more great sites. There are also many more great sites to choose from and you can read the reviews of right here on the <a href="http://www.playpokeruk.com/">play poker uk</a> website front page. Once you have picked a site you will need to register and if there is any software to download get that installed on your computer.</p>
<p>Poker sites usually send out an email confirmation letter, once you have confirmed your email you are ready to load up the software or visit the website and log into your account. <span id="more-11"></span></p>
<p>Once you enter the game screen you will find four different buttons, three of which are visible at any point of time. All you need to do is Check whether there was any bet ahead of you, Fold and then Call if there has been a bet ahead of you, and finally Bet/Raise.</p>
<p>A separate control accompanies the last of the buttons that allows you to specify the size of your bet. However, in fixed limit games, this button is missing. You must set your bet size before pressing the “Bet” button. You have to be very careful while operating this button, because if you are wrong, there is no option to change it.</p>
<p>If you are a starter it would really help if you access poker sites having free table and keep playing for as long as you wish, either winning or loosing. In the process you will become familiar to the game and learn the basics. Then you can slowly try out your hand in a real game by choosing a very cheap cash table. Here, you must be prepared to loose whatever is in front of you. In case you want a minimum exposure you can start with the tournaments. You will be responsible for the initial buy-in only, which can be as low as $1.</p>
<p>If any one needs to take a break for a while in the course of a game, certain rules are to be followed. Most of the websites have a sit-out feature. For longer sit outs one has to give up their seat. Another major problem is the disconnection of the Internet. In this case you will be given a minimum time to re-connect. If you are not able to do so, some sites create a side pot, while the other players continue. However if the entire game crashes, then the money is refunded. Some people deliberately disconnect themselves if they are on a loosing spree, which is not encouraged by the websites and, if caught, the player can be blacklisted!</p>
<p>So be careful and take pleasure of the <a href="http://www.playpokeruk.com/">game of poker</a> slowly and steadily.</p>
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