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Casinos that offer poker simply provide the tables and dealers and charge the players an hourly fee or take a percentage of the pot; players gamble against each other. The games usually offered are seven-card stud and Texas
Hold'Ern. Unlike video poker, where the goal is to get the highest-paying hand, the object in 'live" poker is to beat your opponents. Often relatively weak hands, such as a pair of aces, two pair, or three of a kind, are sufficient to win the pot. The skill in winning at poker hes in the ability to judge not only the quality of your hand but also that of your opponents' hands. Although not every poker player is a novice-eating shark, many of the regulars are experts so beginners should test the waters in low-stakes games or take a few lessons (most casinos offer them free of charge) before taking on the pros. Even after lessons, it's a good idea to watch a game for, say, 20 or 30 minutes so you understand the method of play.
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