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Winning at Internet Poker for Dummies - (For Dummies) by Mark Harlan & Chris Derossi (Paperback)
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About this item
Highlights
- Take poker online the fun and easy way!
- About the Author: Mark "The Red" Harlan and Chris Derossi are avid poker players and the masterminds behind the next-generation poker software licensed to Gamesgrid.com.
- 245 Pages
- Games, Video & Electronic
- Series Name: For Dummies
Description
Book Synopsis
Take poker online the fun and easy way!Five years ago, 50 million people were playing poker recreationally or professionally. Now that number is more than 100 million, including a huge influx of young people. Online betting is up nearly four-fold over the past year, with total wagers running over $30 billion. Winning at Internet Poker For Dummies provides the lowdown on the hottest game around, highlighting the best sites and virtual games and showing how to make secure online bets. The book covers setting up an account, securing funds, navigating a basic online poker game, using Internet abbreviations and lingo, observing online poker etiquette, playing popular online poker games such as Texas Hold 'Em and Omaha, devising a winning strategy, and participating in tournaments.
From the Back Cover
Find the right site, set up an account, and play to win!
The fun and easy way to take poker online and win!
Passionate about poker? This easy-to-follow guide gives you the lowdown on the hottest games around -- including Texas Hold 'Em, Omaha, and Seven-Card Stud. Read up on how to find the best sites, put your money online safely, size up your opponents, and take your poker game to the next level.
THE DUMMIES WAY(R)
- Explanations in plain English
- "Get in, get out" information
- Icons and other navigational aids
- Online cheat sheet
- Top ten lists
- A dash of humor and fun
Discover how to:
- Set up an account
- Make secure online bets
- Devise a winning strategy
- Follow online etiquette
- Participate in online tournaments
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Review Quotes
"easy-to-follow guide" and also "great value" (The Manx Independent, July 2006)
About the Author
Mark "The Red" Harlan and Chris Derossi are avid poker players and the masterminds behind the next-generation poker software licensed to Gamesgrid.com.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.24 Inches (H) x 6.1 Inches (W) x .56 Inches (D)
Weight: .72 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 245
Series Title: For Dummies
Genre: Games
Sub-Genre: Video & Electronic
Publisher: For Dummies
Format: Paperback
Author: Mark Harlan & Chris Derossi
Language: English
Street Date: February 1, 2005
TCIN: 90576728
UPC: 9780764578335
Item Number (DPCI): 247-06-5149
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.72 pounds
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