Learn the Basics of Poker

Poker is a card game in which players place bets (representing money) into a central pot before they see their cards. The player with the highest hand wins the pot. There are a number of variations of poker, but they all share the same basic rules. A standard deck of 52 cards is used, along with a table and chips to represent bets. The game can be played with any number of players, but the ideal number is six or more. Players begin the game by making a forced bet (the ante or blind) and then pla...