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  • Roulette Introduction
    The allure of the Roulette wheel has captured the attention of many walking through the casino. In some areas of the world, it is viewed as an elegant game-thoughts of James Bond come to mind.
  • Video Poker Introduction
    The two main types of machines in casinos are slot machines and video poker machines. Slot machines tend to be more mundane.
  • Slot Machine Myths
    Slots are wildly popular in the casino. In fact, slots offer the biggest potential payoff of any game in the casino.
  • Blackjack -­ Decks and Player Positions
    Today, we're going to take a look at a couple key components to the game of Blackjack in the casino-decks and player positions.
  • Getting started with Keno
    Keno is one of those games that you either love or hate. There are also two versions of it-live and video. The live version tends to be very relaxing, but it's not offered at many casinos.
  • Baccarat Basics
    Baccarat used to be a game for millionaires. In the casinos, it was played in special roped-off or secluded rooms and you usually didn't walk in until you had at least $100,000 to pony up.
  • Selecting an Online Casino
    Selecting an online casino shouldn't be done lightly. While there are a lot of reputable online casinos out there, the Internet has its share of crooks. I'm going to go over a series of items to look for when selecting an online casino.
  • Possible Baccarat Playing Methods
    As with any casino game, many people have tried to come up with playing systems for Baccarat. Is there a good system? Yes and no. Any system is technically good if you enjoy playing it. And no system is perfect.
  • Blackjack - Hand Values and Insurance
    Today, we're going to take a look at a couple key components to the game of Blackjack in the casino-hand values and insurance.
  • Playing the Field
    As any Craps player will tell you, there are so many ways to play the game. That's why Craps is so interesting. Today, I wanted to talk about playing the field and go over a system that just might put the odds in your favor.
  • What is Pontoon?
    I bet if you walked into casino in Las Vegas, you'd find that 90% or more of the players have no clue what Pontoon is. Do you? The odds are, you know how to play the game and don't even know it.
  • Getting Started with Pontoon
    If you've played Blackjack, you can probably skip this tutorial and check out one of the other articles on this site about Pontoon. This article will assume you don't know anything about the game.
  • Blackjack Tips
    Today, I will share with you some tips and thoughts about Blackjack. This article will be most beneficial to beginning and mid-level Blackjack players.
  • Does Counting Work?
    If you're a Blackjack player or striving to become one, it won't be long until you hear about counting cards-if you haven't already heard. Counting cards in Blackjack will give the good Blackjack player better odds to come out ahead in the long run.
  • Red Dog
    If you haven't heard of Red Dog, perhaps you've heard of one of the other names this game is called by-acey-duecey or in-between. If you've been to Vegas and haven't seen this game on the floor, don't be alarmed. Red Dog is a blast from the past.
  • Craps Terms - Part One
    So you want to play Craps huh? Well, you better know some terminology. In today's article, I'll show you some key Craps terms. There are countless Craps terms out there, but we'll go over just the main and fun ones.
  • Craps Terms - Part Two
    Today, we continue our Craps Terms series with more terms. We stopped off at "for the boys" last session. Today, we pick it up with an animal-the Buffalo. Let's get started.
  • Craps Terms - Part Three
    When we last looked at Craps terms, we were talking about cheques, which are also called chips. Today, we will continue with some terms relating to cheques and we'll talk about actions in the game, like the come out roll.
  • Aztec's Treasure Slot Machine
    Aztec's Treasure is a 5-Reel progressive slot machine that's based off of an Aztec theme-hence the name. If you're up for a bit of prospecting for the mythical lost gold, this might be the progressive slot machine for you.
  • I.R.I.S. 3000 Slot Machine
    Would you like to play a game? Sorry, I couldn't resist. If you're a slot lover, then the I.R.I.S. 3000 is something to check out. It stands for Interactive Real Intelligence Slot. The I.R.I.S. 3000 is a 5-reel progressive slot machine.
  • Blackjack Terms - Part One
    From "Action" to "Color Up," we're going to go over a bunch of Blackjack and casino terms in part one of our Blackjack terms series today. I've spent some time coming up with a listing of fun terms I think you'll want to know. They're listed in alphabetical order, so scroll around if you want.
  • Blackjack Terms - Part Two
    Last time, we talked about Blackjack terms, such as "Action" and "Color Up." Let's continue forward with part two in our Blackjack terms series. We'll pick it up with "Comps," which happen to be my favorite thing in a casino.
  • Blackjack Terms - Part Three
    Welcome to the third part in our Blackjack terms series. Last time we left off talking about the house's edge. Today, we'll start out with "Even Money," which happens to be a sad moment for me. The last thing you want to see when you're dealt a Blackjack is the dealer having an Ace.
  • Blackjack Terms - Part Four
    We're nearing completion in our Blackjack terms series. In our next to last series installment, we'll go over some terms, such as "Money management," "Paint" and "Push."
  • Blackjack Terms - Part Five
    We've finally arrived at the final installment of our Blackjack terms series. We're about to bring it all together. It's been a fun ride. Once you finish this series, consider yourself a Blackjack terms expert. Let's go.
  • Playing Pai Gow - Part 1
    In a recent article, I talked about how I love to play Pai Gow and I gave you a little intro into the game. Today, I'm starting a beginner's series on how to play Pai Gow. It's an easy game to learn and we'll take our time-going over everything in detail.
  • Playing Pai Gow - Part 2
    When we last left off, I had just started talking about the Banker in Pai Gow, which you can opt to play if you desire. Today, I'll go more in detail about this fascinating part of the game.
  • Playing Pai Gow - Part 3
    Today's lesson will deal with setting your hand. We've already got the game flow down. In another article, we'll go over strategy a bit more. Setting your hand is the main function in Pai Gow.
  • Playing Pai Gow - Part 4
    We're moving right along with our Pai Gow series. You're almost a professional Pai Gow player now. Since you know most of the game play, it's now time to talk about the hand rankings Pai Gow.
  • Thinking About Money Management
    Are you ready to lose all of your money? Of course not. And that's why money management is so important. So, what's this alien phrase "money management" anyway? In today's article, I will get you started down the golden road of managing your money and time better for more casino profits.
  • Caribbean Stud Poker Intro
    It seems like only yesterday when this fun game started appearing in Casinos in the United States. As you might expect from the name, Caribbean Stud Poker got its illustrious start in the Caribbean.
  • Rules of Caribbean Stud Poker
    Aside from poker, Caribbean Stud Poker is one of the faster growing casino games. It used to be hard to find a place to play, but most casinos today have it. And you'll always find it at any decent online casino.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • War
    War, what is it good for? Absolute fun and profit, that's what it's good for! If your childhood was anything like mine, you played the card game War often. One day the casino execs woke up and decided to bring this popular card game to the casino.
  • Bank on It Slot Machine
    Some of the new slot machines have so many side games that they are confusing. It almost becomes a game of inserting your money, hitting a button, and seeing what happens. If you want to have fun, and know what you're doing, Bank on It may be just the ticket.
  • Super Diamond Mine Slot Machine
    When you want a little more from your slot machine, Super Diamond Mine fits the bill. Sure, simple three-reel slot machines are nice, but sometimes you need extra excitement.
  • Basic Baccarat Terms
    From the name of the game itself to a Tie bet, we are going to cover some general baccarat terms to get you started and sounding like a pro, whatever your experience.
  • Starting With Slots
    Most beginners arrive at the casino slots with a multitude of misunderstandings in mind. The main one is the way in which a slot should be chosen.
  • History of Poker
    I don't know about you, but I love old things. It's not that I don't like new things but rather that if something has a history I'm more interested in it, it seems to have more clout. You can only imagine my glee therefore when I discovered that poker dates back past Vegas, past the Wild West, past Renaissance Europe and sixteenth century Persia, past twelfth century Egypt, and actually originated in China towards the end of the first millennia - at least that's the earliest known use of a game similar to modern poker.
  • Frozen Assets Slot Machine
    Normally getting your assets frozen would be a bad thing, but it's not anymore. Frozen Assets is a 3-reel slot machine and it's quite cool to play.
  • Speaking Poker
    When I first started playing poker it wasn't the rules that freaked me out; I'm pretty smart, how hard can they be, I figured. Neither was it the strategy; I reckoned that I'd loose a bit, and before I knew it I'd be up to speed and on the ball.
  • Speaking Poker Part 2
    When you start playing Caribbean Hold'em, or any other poker game, you will hear some weird and wonderful phrases that may make you feel like you just stepped into an alternate universe. We already learnt some of the terms used in Caribbean Hold'em in part one, but now I want to expand on that knowledge giving you a more comprehensive understanding of some of the terms you'll hear specifically relating to betting.
  • European Roulette
    Today, I am going to take a look at the exciting game of roulette. I have to take this opportunity to share with you that I love this game. I always have and probably always will too. I used to play roulette at a regular land based casino, but in more recent years, I moved online. Rolling the roulette wheel online is the convenient way to play.
  • It's Good to Be Bad Slot Machine
    I decided that the time had come to work some magic on my casino playing and try my luck at the "It's Good to Be Bad" online slot. Boy, was this good! Contrary to my past beliefs, I suddenly found that it could actually be good to be bad with this Real Time Gaming slot entertainment.
  • Third Party Testing
    As a player that has undoubtedly heard of gambling sites that have rigged games, Real Time Gaming should come as a breath of fresh air and peace of mind. Real Time Gaming uses a third party auditor to ensure fair game play.
  • Blackjack Basics
    If you are the kind of player that enjoys games with rules that are easy to learn, but difficult to master, then Blackjack is certainly your kind of game.
  • Blackjack Strategy
    Blackjack, the card game that adds a dash of European style to American casinos is simple enough: At the start of each round you get two cards and so does the dealer, one of which is shown. Keep drawing cards until you hit a total value of 21 or quit just before you go over the limit and bust. It's you against the dealer and whoever comes out on top gets the winnings.
  • Sic Bo
    The game of Sic Bo is less well known than other casino games. Perhaps you have heard about the game Sic Bo and would like to know a little bit more? In this article, I will outline some information regarding this simple but fascinating pursuit.
  • Betting at Sic Bo
    So, you are interested in the amusing game of Sic Bo? It is a simple game that I and many others enjoy playing. This time, I would like to discuss the different possible bets at Sic Bo.
  • The UIGEA and what it's all about
    Everyone's heard about the new gaming laws in the United States by now. In fact, most of the online casinos present on the web today do not allow US players, with the exception of a few select sites.
  • The UIGEA and its effects
    On a careful study of the UIGEA I have come to the conclusion that it is a very cleverly planned act, and very effective in its objective which supposedly is to wipe out internet gambling in the United States.
  • EcoCard Payment Option
    Money, money, money. Many of us who play regularly at online casinos would agree that the online payment method which a player selects can make or break the game.
  • Random Number Generators
    You've probably noticed that Real Time Gaming, or any online gambling site, doesn't use real cards. You have probably wondered at some point how the website is able to generate random card patterns that mimic actual game play without using real cards.
  • Using Plastic At Casinos
    I have never thought it a good to use plastic to shop online or make money transfers. Call me old fashioned, but I still prefer to pay by cash.
  • Basic Strategy For Blackjack
    The basic strategy for Blackjack is to compare your hand to that of the dealer's showing card.
  • Roulette Strategy
    Roulette is the exciting game of chance that has been the setting of countless tense movie scenes as suave men and sexy women make or lose a fortune at the spin of a wheel.
  • Knowing Your Poker
    At most online casinos, you can indulge yourself in a range of games, including Blackjack, roulette, and poker. So do you know how to play poker? Or where it came from? Poker is one of those gambling games that have lot of history behind it.
  • Ever Been Burned By A Bad Site?
    Have you ever invested your time and money into an Internet gambling site only to end up losing plenty of both? I sure have.
  • Shopping Spree Slot Machine
    The time has arrived to relax, to have fun and to aim for a shopping spree. If you love shopping, gather your purse and get ready to play.
  • Craps History
    The historian may have a little trouble clearly defining the history of Craps. In some circles, Craps has a debatable history. I found it fairly challenging to trace the game of Craps back to one single origin.
  • Online and Real World Poker Differences
    For years Poker has been a booming game. Some have called it an enjoyable hobby, others a cutthroat sport. If not for online poker, the game would have never launched into iconic status. Let's face it. Online poker is the one and only reason why the game grew at all.
  • Martingale System
    Pick up any Roulette book and you're bound to read about the Martingale system. It's a simple system that's been in use for eons. In fact, many other games besides Roulette use this system as well.
  • American Roulette Strategy
    When I was 14 years old my parents took me on a 2 day cruise, it was great; my dad spent the whole time looking a bit green whilst my mum introduced me to the wonders of onboard casinos - that was the beginning of my love affair with roulette.
  • Firepay Payment Option
    To play at any casino you need to buy some chips. There are a variety of ways to make transactions on the internet and online casinos accept the popular methods. Here I will discuss one of my favorite methods, using Firepay.
  • Blackjack's History
    Blackjack has a colorful history. Shows have been made out of just parts of it. In fact, I credit Blackjack with launching the development of systems and books about gambling.
  • The Blackjack Bum
    Today, I thought of taking a break from the normal chat about systems and games and tell you a little story about a bum in Las Vegas. I call him the Blackjack bum. And this quick tale just might show you how riches can be won at the table.
  • Three Sucker Bets in Craps
    Ah Craps, what a lovely game. Walk into any Las Vegas casino and listen. The Craps area will be the loudest-unless the game has taken a turn for the worst.
  • Why You Should Sign Up For Gambling Newsletters
    In the world of online gambling nothing is more essential than information; the information on what games to play to maximize payoffs and when and where to make those bets.
  • Blackjack Progressive Strategy
    Sure, you could sit down to play Blackjack and just throw your money around. But, did you know that you're most likely to lose money even if you have more winning hands than losing ones? Before playing Blackjack, it's best to come up with a battle plan. You've got to attack the game.
  • Roulette Trivia
    The Great British Pub Quiz and the American show Jeopardy have a lot to answer for - they are both responsible for the retaining of highly useless yet highly interesting bits of trivia; information that you would never need in normal life.
  • Slot Machines and RNG
    If you are anything like me, as soon as websites start going on about anything that they refer to in abbreviation, for example RNG, I switch off and hope it's not important.
  • 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.
  • Play Pai Gow
    Pai Gow is a fun Westernized version of an old Chinese dominos game. The basic game play is straightforward enough and it is popular in casinos because the relaxed atmosphere of the game gives players a chance to get to know each other.
  • Moves To Avoid When Playing Blackjack
    So you want to improve your blackjack game? There are lots of guides and articles around saying what you should do to improve. They are full of information and comprehensive but this can also be the problem; some are too technical and others take too long to read and reinforce. So here are a few blackjack moves for you to avoid, which will help get you started immediately.
  • Using The Bonuses
    There are many factors that go into choosing the proper online casino. In fact the decision to choose a particular online casino is probably the most important decision that a player can make. If they choose right they will be rewarded with a fair and enjoyable gambling experience.
  • When To Pay Attention To Gaming Systems
    There inevitably comes a time in every online gambler's life when they are not merely content to sit down and play their chosen game. The game, whatever it may be, becomes vanilla and they seek out new ways to play and win more money.
  • Moneybookers And Online Gambling
    There are a variety of different methods now available for financing your online gambling but one of the most convenient is Moneybookers. This UK-based firm enables you to conduct transactions using your e-mail account and that includes making deposits at casinos.
  • Playing Keno
    If superstition, luck, premonitions, or numerology is your thing then keno is the casino game for you. The game is just like a lottery draw although there are 80 numbers to choose. In brick and mortar casinos the numbers are drawn from numbered ping-pong balls in a cage and there are twenty numbers drawn for each round.
  • How To Approach Blackjack
    Blackjack is a game of both skill and luck and so it needs to be approached in a different way to many other casino games. Blackjack requires the player to have both a sensible common sense outlook and a measure of dedication. Throw in a passion for the game and an ability to accept inevitability and you have a winning criterion.
  • Playing Video Poker
    Video-poker is a popular way of playing an old favorite in a more private atmosphere. With video poker it is you against the machine without the hassle of dealing with other players.
  • Progress To The Progressives
    I don't know about you, but when I play at slot machine and other online casino games, I aim to win. There are some people who enjoy playing just for fun and do not even play for real money. As for me, it is a different story. I love the excitement of the game and prefer the incentive of top winnings to complete my enjoyment.
  • Pai Gow Strategy
    Although two pairs are the most common hands that come up in Pai Gow there are mistakes made even with some of the more lucrative hands.
  • Playing Blackjack
    There are certain circumstances that arise in Blackjack that can catch a player by surprise and present them with a crucial choice of what to do next. Making the right or wrong decision is not always obvious so here is a guide to some of the more unusual plays you might have to make.
  • Invention Of The Slot Machine
    I want to tell you a story about a man whose name is not a household one, but who changed our world; made a contribution to it that each and everyone of us knows, uses regularly, or at the very least has tried a couple of times. His name is Charles Fey and he created the slot machine.
  • Video Slots
    Some Internet gamblers come online to challenge their gambling skills, be it in Poker or any of the other numerous games of skill. Still others just want to have fun and feel a little excitement as they watch their money pile grow right before their eyes.
  • Poker - Hands
    I found myself at a poker table recently; most of the guys around the table were old hands, but there was this one kid who was wet behind the ears to say the least. A few hands in the kid is going head to head with another chap; he calls a high bet and on seeing the other guy's 2 pair he chucks his own cards in.
  • Roulette History
    Did you know that Roulette means 'little wheel' in French? Neither did I, and having been informed of this fact by a friend I decided that maybe the time had come to see what else I could find out about the game; this is what I came up with…
  • Live Dealers and Multi-Player Tables
    For years, I wouldn't look at any online casinos. I'd play online bingo. I'd try online poker and more recently, I started playing online backgammon which I'm not so good at, but I would never play regular online casino games.
  • Video Poker Facts And Fiction
    Whether you're playing video poker in the casino or at home online it's worth being able to differentiate between video poker myth and video poker truth. There are a bunch of things that have over the last few years been sworn as true with regard to video poker - here are some of the most common misconceptions.
  • Roulette Betting Strategies
    People often ask me about betting strategies for roulette and the truth is that I don't ever really know what to tell them. On the one hand it is a game of chance; a sequence of independent events with independent outcomes. On the other hand the betting can be controlled and manipulated. So, I normally outline the most popular strategies whilst emphasizing that none are fool proof.
  • Payment Methods
    Have you ever decided that yes you were going to sign up for something, or open an account just to be confronted with so many different payment methods that you don't know whether you are coming or going? And the problem with most of these sites is that they don't tell you what the differences is between all of these methods they just assume that you know.
  • Ways To Beat The Games
    While beginning my journey into the world of online casino gambling I did what probably many online casino gamblers do; I researched the heck out of the Internet for as much information as I could possibly get about the games that I wanted to play.
  • Ways To Beat The Games Part II
    Once a player has learned to use the probabilities of the ball landing on either red or black while playing Roulette, and made a conscious decision to stick to those colors, they will have to bet accordingly to make this strategy effective.
  • Play Video Poker With 5 Coins
    All games of video poker can be played with one to five coins and as a player you have to make that choice. If you want to play with one coin click the coin symbol once, if you want to play with two coins click the coin symbol twice and so on. Some machines have a separate symbol for 5 coins that can be activated by a single click, because all good players always play with five coins.
  • Low Risk Bets
    Ok, so you go to the roulette table and you put your chip on black. A black number hits and you get paid even money. You then go to the craps table and make a Come Bet: the shooter rolls an 11 and you get even money again. Easy this gambling stuff isn't it? Make a low risk bet and it will pay off, right?
  • Sic Bo Glossary
    Sic Bo is a fun and interesting game, played with three standard dice. However, like any casino game, there are a whole host of specific words and terminology that are used by players in the casino. Read on to discover what these terms mean. You never know; it might also improve your game as well as your knowledge.
  • Online Casinos - Financial Advice
    Choosing an online casino isn't just to do with game selection and welcome promotions, although both of those things are important. I've noticed a few things to look out for when choosing an online casino with regard to financial arrangements that simply make life so much easier; here they are:
  • Progressive Slots; What's The Difference?
    So, you're presented with an option of 10 different progressive slots; their jackpots as you're looking at them vary from 'that'll get me a nice new car' to 'OMG this will change my life', but which one to go for? Really what's the difference between them all?
  • Casino Safety And Security
    There are a few things that it's worth looking out for with regard to safety and security of an online casino. All of these elements combine to make sure that the site itself is working within the law, it's games are safe, your information is protected and that you are getting the highest quality of gaming experience.

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