Posted on 28th Aug, 2009
Poker rooms differ in the betting limits, and it’s important to be able to play in a room that offers the widest possible range—something like $0.02/$0.04 to $100/$200.
The reason you want a large gap in limit structure—especially for you new players—is to be able to accurately adjust your game according to your bankroll and skill level.
Although there is some debate as to the appropriate bankroll for an online poker player, as a rule of thumb solid players want something on the order of 200 to 300 times the value of the big blind. That means that if you want to play comfortable at a $2/$4 table you’ll need a bankroll somewhere between $800 and $1,200. As you go along, you make adjustments to your table limit based on your bankroll and success at a particular level.
So if you’re playing—and losing—at a $1/$2 table, you might want to drop a level or two to recoup some loses and enter a game that’ll suit you better. That’s why it’s always good to be in a room that offers the widest range of table limits.Of course, free cash is always a very nice feature that can make a big difference in your bankroll and ultimately your sustainability at the tables. Ideally, whichever poker site you select should offer a combination of incentives to help keep your bankroll healthy throughout your play. Standard comps include a new player bonus (initial deposit bonus), VIP points (also called “Frequent Player Points” in some sites), and monthly deposit bonuses (these are sometimes announced sporadically on sites).
As you examine each site, make a note of what comps are given out, how often you’re entitled to them, and the rules regarding their usage and availability. Also, create a checklist and compare the comp options from site to site, to see which ones are currently offering the most lucrative rewards. Don’t forget to take into consideration your probable play frequency as this can drastically affect the value of your comps over time.
For example, let’s suppose that site X offers a 100% deposit bonus, but no additional comps, or re-load cash for returning players. Site Y, on the other hand, offers a 40% deposit bonus followed by an additional 20% re-load bonus every month. Assuming you were to deposit an additional $200 each month, which site do you think offers the more lucrative program in the long run? Take a look.
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Posted on 18th Aug, 2009
In addition to these minimum requirements, you’ll also need an Internet browser such as Microsoft Explorer or Netscape. If you’re system does not have a compatible browser, updates may be downloaded from the Microsoft or Netscape web sites.
Having established that your computer meets these minimum requirements, the next step is to install the gambling software from the selected site onto your system. This software contains all of the information your computer needs to allow you to gamble.
In essence, the software IS the casino or poker room or bingo hall ¬ whatever type of site you have chosen to play.
(Note: Sportsbooks typically don’t require any software, only an active, funded account.) The software is always free of charge and accessible directly from the site or sometimes via a CD-ROM that can be requested from the site.
While the majority of sites favor downloadable software (software that requires its key components be downloaded directly onto the users computer)
many sites now offer software platforms that allow users to skip the download process. Platforms such as Java or Flash are designed to allow players near instant access to the games with minimal hassle.
Unfortunately, these platforms often (though not always) sacrifice realism for convenience with the end result being a less-than-perfect simulation.
Happily, many sites now offer players the option to choose the version they would prefer to play.
Once you have selected a platform, the rest is easy. For a downloadable software package, click the link that says ‘download’ and the computer basically does the rest.
For the other versions, simply choose the appropriate Flash or Java option and get ready to play.
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Posted on 10th Aug, 2009
It’s fair to say that for as long as there have been sporting events, there have been plenty of people eager to bet on them. During colonial times, for example, settlers were known to bet on cockfights and bare-knuckle pugilism.
In the post-Civil War era, horseracing was the event of choice, followed shortly thereafter by baseball. And in the technology-laden 21st century, sportsbetting has grown to include everything from traditional sports like football and basketball to politics, popular television, and even the exploration of space.
There’s little doubt that the Internet has revolutionized the sportsbetting industry. What was once a restrictive pastime available though limited outlets has evolved to a point where a gambler can place a wager 24-hours a day on an event halfway around the world in a matter of minutes. Such convenience has resulted in a dramatic surge in sportsbetting popularity as evidenced by the unprecedented growth in the online sportsbetting
industry which is estimated to bring in over $60 billion/year worldwide.
In this article, we’ll investigate the growing phenomenon of online sportsbetting and examine what it takes to succeed as an online player.
Let’s begin with a brief look at the differences between traditional and online sportsbooks.
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