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Imagine being able to win big poker pots without having to go to a casino. Thanks to the Internet, card fans can play online Texas Holdem any time of the day or night. The bonus of playing at home is that you can access Texas Holdem rules and tips that you wouldn’t have in a live game. This of course increases your pot odds. For the novice poker players, playing Holdem online is a chance to perfect strategic moves before playing opponents in person. In this article, we’ll look at the evolution of online poker and how it’s changing the way people play cards.

Texas Holdem has exploded in popularity in recent years. Television networks around the world carry major tournaments, such as the World Series of Poker, and many players have gained celebrity status. Who doesn’t know who Daniel Negreanu, Chris Ferguson, Phil Hellmuth, Doyle Brunson, Phil Ivey, Huck Seed, Joe Hachem, Jennifer Tilly or Annie Duke are? And the list goes on. Additionally, much of this popularity can be credited to online Holdem sites. These websites monitor traffic of course, and one site recently reported that during one 24-hour period 7,341 players played for real money in online Holdem tournament games, 7,072 players wagered real money in ring poker games, and that more than US$141 million was wagered in online ring games during that 24-hour period. That is a phenomenal amount of players, games and money changing hands!

There are several reasons why people opt to play Texas Holdem online. Convenience is the first benefit. Instead of having to get dressed up and getting to a busy, expensive casino, poker players can relax in their own home. There are no expensive drinks and costly tips eating into your winnings, no distracting crowds, and you can have books and notes at hand to help you play your cards more strategically. You can play any day of the week, at any time of the day. For poker novices, getting the chance to play Holdem online provides a wonderful training ground where they can get some experience without spending a lot of money. Many sites offer two-penny antes. However, the seasoned player with a tried and true Texas Holdem strategy can play at multiple tables simultaneously to increase their winnings.

So, what could go wrong when playing online Texas Holdem? Unfortunately, quite a lot can and does go wrong, and many of these pitfalls boil down to a player’s lack of discipline. The most common mistake seems to be playing too many hands at once. In online gaming, there is the potential of winning big with several hands, but the potential of losing also increases because you can’t give each game your undivided attention. Observing other players is also part of any good Texas Holdem strategy, and you can’t do that effectively when playing online. The greatest downfall for people who play on these sites is something known as “tilt.” This is when the player lets a bad loss take over their emotions. They may begin to be rude in the chat windows and be too aggressive with their bets. When a player gets into this frame of mind, it can cost them big money. When the chips are down, it’s always best to walk away.

Dress codes, crowded tables, expensive drinks; these are all hallmarks of the casinos. However, online Texas Holdem has changed the way that players embrace their favorite pastime. In 2006, 14 billion dollars changed hands in Internet gaming rooms. If you are among the millions of people who do choose to play Texas Holdem online, then set up a safety net for yourself by making discipline a part of your Holdem strategy. Limit the amount you are willing to lose and stick to it, and set a definite period of time to play. By doing these two things, you’ll be able to enjoy online poker with no adverse ramifications.

Beth Kaminski is the co-author of Curing Your Anxiety And Panic Attacks which detailed treat anxiety attacks as well as tips on the various medications for panic disorder available at anxietydisordercure.com.