The possibility of winning a fortune for a relatively small wager is what draws many to gamble online. Certainly there are professionals who are able to make a living by playing skill games such as poker on the Internet. But there are always a few who think they can cheat their way to riches, and [...]
- Posted in 04. Online Gambling
For those who have never wagered in a casino, bet on a horse race or taken a seat at a poker table, the tremendous variety and advanced technology of online gambling may seem a bit daunting. The best web site operators understand this and make it as easy as possible for new players to join [...]
- Posted in 04. Online Gambling
As previously mentioned, the passage of the UIGEA in the United States was a terrible blow to online poker web sites. Many have argued that the law “hurt the freedoms of American Poker players who feel they have earned the right…to play online poker in their own free time. It should not be the thoughts [...]
- Posted in 04. Online Gambling
Oddly enough, perhaps the Internet’s most famous “big win,” and the one that propelled a new segment of the online gaming industry forward, had nothing to do with slots or progressive jackpots. In fact, it didn’t even involve betting against the house. In May 2003, a 27-year-old amateur card player, Christopher Bryan Moneymaker, upended poker [...]
- Posted in 04. Online Gambling
Whether gambling online or off, the most important question players must ask themselves before placing a bet is “Can I win?” Assuming the operation is legitimate, as most are nowadays, the next question is “How much can I win?” Most casino table games have caps on their payouts. Even the most rewarding slot machines limit [...]
- Posted in 04. Online Gambling
