Poker FUNdamentals

Poker is a game of skill so the more you play, the better you will get. Although today's largest poker tournaments at online casinos are Texas Hold'em No Limit matches, if you're a novice, you're probably better off sticking to Limit games. Playing stakes where the wagering is limited is less likely to be costly.

Minimize your losses as you are learning. Only when you feel confident at the lower stakes games should you contemplate moving on to higher stakes tables. The same goes for tournament play. No need to make costly buy-ins. Instead, begin at levels that you can afford. And remember, losing is part of the game.

Watch better players. Before joining a table, observe the play of the players there, how they make their wagers and which hands they choose to play. You can also gain poker knowledge by watching televised competitions, but you will learn far more by playing as much as you can yourself.

Ask experts when you're unfamiliar with rules, poker hand ranks, strategies etc. Remember, everyone started out with no knowledge of the game, and you can utilize what others know to help yourself advance.

And finally, be patient. There is absolutely no need to play every singe hand. Poor cards will only result in poor results. An intelligent tip is to wait for the good cards & the good hands. Then act like you own the game.