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Playing Online Roulette

When most people think of playing casino games online, they automatically think of poker or blackjack. However, there are those that play Roulette online and they find that this is just as enjoyable as if they were playing at a regular table in a land based casino. Playing online once required that you had a Flash player in order to get this game to work properly and this could be downloaded for free. Nowadays modern technologies, and specifically HTML5, allow to play without the need of any additional software. Anyway having a fast internet connection is still helpful as this can decrease the lag time between spinning the wheel and seeing the results.

You can choose to play Roulette online for free or you can play the game for real and put actual money at stake. However, for those that are just starting to play online, it is a good idea to start with a free game in order to get used to the technology and the way the game works. In games that offer this feature, you will have to simply pick the number and the colour that you want to bet on. You can choose to bet on evens, odds, a particular number or a particular combination when placing your bets. Then, you hit the button that says ‘SPIN’, and then hope for the best. The negative side is that you can certainly win, but, unfortunately, no real money will end up in your account.

It is important to note that until you get use to the game and learn how to really master roulette, the free games are the best option. Otherwise, you could end up losing a lot of money that you cannot really afford. Playing for money usually requires that you have a credit card on file which will be charged for the money that you spend. For those having a gambling problem, this could be a huge issue to definitely avoid. Playing online just for fun is also a great way to understand the basics of the game before playing the game in a live casino environment, since you at least get down the fundamentals and learn the dos and don’ts of the game.

An interesting feature when playing online is that you can find yourself playing against a number of people that are from all over the world, especially during casino tournaments. This can open up a whole new world for people who may have never played in such settings before.

Overall, the amount of online play when it comes to Roulette has increased exponentially in recent years thanks to technology advancements which enable a better graphics and faster play, together with the possibility to play at your own best convenience, even directly on your mobile device, whether it is a smartphone or a tablet.

Blackjack – Splitting Cards

One of the most misunderstood aspects of playing Blackjack is that of splitting a pair of cards. Understanding when to split, and when to stay with what you have is crucial to your play. As ever, a lot depends on what cards you have and what the dealer’s upcard is showing. A key aspect is to remember there are more cards with a value of ten in the pack than any other value.

For a start, never split a pair of face cards or a pair of tens! With these cards you have a very strong hand of 20 and there is no point in ruining it by splitting. By contrast, always split a pair of aces. A single ace with another card is a much stronger hand than two aces and by splitting your chances of finishing with a high hand or even 21 are very good.

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Caribbean Stud Poker Tip Sheet – Part Two

In part one of the Caribbean Stud Poker Tip Sheet, I went over the all-important odds chart and gave you some insight into what to expect when you’re playing Caribbean Stud Poker. Next, let’s go over four fast tips to help you maximize your fun and potential profit when playing Caribbean Stud Poker.

Caribbean Stud Poker Tip One – Staying In

This one is pretty easy. If you are dealt two pairs or better, add to your wager and stay in the hand. The premise is simple. The dealer will only have a hand better than two pair once per 47 hands in theory. The probability of you winning is on your side.

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Caribbean Stud Poker Tip Sheet – Part One

So you want to play some Caribbean Stud Poker? Well, playing any casino game without knowing the ins and outs is rather foolish. Today, I’ll share some Caribbean Stud Poker tips with you and you’ll be a better player for it.

This game does have some player interaction, unlike a game like Baccarat, so you can affect the final outcome that is your bankroll. The big decision in Caribbean Stud Poker is deciding to stay in or fold. Remember, you’re playing against the dealer only. The other players don’t factor in at all-aside from taking cards.

Let’s talk odds

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