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Let’s start with differences of online poker from off line poker game and the pros and cons of the online poker version. The main principal difference is obvious – poker players, the opponents cannot see each other. Hence, on one hand online poker player does not have to maintain his “poker image” and on the other hand the poker player cannot “read” the opponent hand by focusing on the Body Language. So, in online poker room the psychological moment of the game is rather weak, for somebody it is good and for someone it is not so good. In other respects online poker presents only advantages and it will take a long time to name all of them. Here are the main ones.

Any online poker room the same as any online casinos work 24 hours a day 365 days a year and any poker player may play all around the clock hole year.

Online poker room player does not have to tog up and go somewhere. Playing poker online at the computer is more comfortable that at the casino table.

Online poker room player can choose from a wide variety of games including the rarest ones. Online poker room player may play during a fifteen minute break; or leave the table any time. Poker player may participate in a number of tournaments and cash-games. Online poker room player can play short handed tables or face-to-face. Online poker room player may play at several online poker room tables at a time, play many games in an hour with simultaneous shuffling and dealing. Time limit for decision taking makes the game more dynamic. Online poker room player does not have to control and count the jackpot and his own chips.

Playing poker in online poker room is a good practice for the beginners playing micro limits which cannot be found in off line casino.

Before playing the game.

If you are ready to play poker in an online poker room, you should install online poker room client programs. Basically the poker software comprises two parts – server part – here the cards are generated and information about all the players is collected. Client’s part – here the player sees the cards, opponents and makes poker decisions. Both parts of the software are connected via the Internet and constantly exchange information.

Client programs.

Online poker room client programs can be of two types: downloaded (executable programs ) and non-downloaded ( flash or java, played in the browser ). Non-downloaded programs are less convenient though their number is increasing. To play non-downloaded poker room version a poker player should, as a rule, press some button like “Instant Play”, then a small browser window will be opened and the poker room software will be downloaded there. If this is java poker room program, the player should have java scripts enabled in his browser, flash plug-in should be installed to view flash. The poker players are likely to have Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher with 128-byte encryption.

If you prefer downloaded version ( and it is more convenient and functional), please find the section “Download” at the poker room site and download the program (usually 4-8 Mb, though sometimes occur small ones less than 1MB; they download the software after the launch and then will install the client). When the download is complete, start the program and it will install the poker client. As a rule the client will automatically add the icon of poker room at your desktop or to folder “Programs”.

Rules for the registration at online poker rooms, money depositing and withdrawal of the winning money are the same as in online casinos. When registering, fill out the application, indicate your full name, address, phone number, email, select login and password, and also your screen name that will be used during the poker room playing sessions. Almost all online poker rooms accept cards. There are a few e-wallets such as Moneybookes, Neteller, Firepay and so on to ease online poker room players funding options.

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There are many notable differences between Online Poker and Table Poker. The most significant of them is that the players cannot see one another when they are playing Online Poker games, whereas in a game of Table Poker, you can observe the reactions and nuances of the players along with their body language.

When playing Table Poker, seeing the player’s reaction can tell you about the type of hand that your opponent has. Of course, this is not possible in the case of Online Poker games. On the other hand, it is more convenient to play Online Poker as it can be done from the comfort of your home and at your convenience. All you need is internet access and a compatible computer that will allow you to access online Poker games.

Another positive difference in favor of online poker is that you can play online poker games without any wagers, virtually free of cost. While playing Table Poker, a player can sit at only one table, since it is obviously not possible to be in two places at the same time. On the other hand, when playing online poker, a player can play at multiple tables at the same time, enabling a player to take part in more than one game at the same time.

With Online Poker, you need to concentrate on the reaction time of your opponents as well as their betting patterns and playing speed. To learn this, beginners can pick up the basics of playing online poker games for starters at many free sites that offer you an opportunity to play without risking your money.

Any player wanting to practice the game with virtual money before actually risking their hard-earned cash can do so at many Online Poker rooms. A lot of people who have a busy schedule but still want to play poker can do so online for fun, or for real money. This convenience is offered only by online Poker games.

Online Poker is also ideal for budding poker enthusiasts who want to learn how to play the game with the financial risk relatively low in comparison to Table Poker. Table Poker games generally preferred by players who are more experienced.

Remember, whether you play poker online or on the table, you need to understand the rules and regulations of the game properly before you get started.