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Chapter I – Getting Started in Online Poker

In this chapter, I talk about what you will need to start playing poker online, how to find a site, how to download the software and what to look for when signing up for the first time. If you are uncomfortable or are hesitant to try live poker, online poker is a great way to introduce yourself to the game.

What You Will Need to Play Online

You will need a computer with either a Windows or MAC operating system.

Most sites require the following minimum system requirements:

Microsoft Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP
400MHz Pentium or faster CPU with at least 128MB of RAM
Minimum screen resolution of at least 800 by 600 pixels
At least 30MB of free disk space

An internet connection will be needed to access the online poker rooms'. Although I wouldn't want to be in any large buy-in tournaments or high limit cash games on dial-up. Obviously, the faster the connection the better, although most light cable services will suffice. Most online sites have policies regarding disconnections. In the past they allowed 1 disconnect per tournament, now most sites don't offer any disconnect protection because too many players tried to take advantage of it.

Once you are set up with a computer and internet connection, you will need to visit an online poker room and download their software. I will talk about this in the next chapter. For a complete list of poker rooms, refer to Appendix E at the end of the guide.

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US Friendly Poker Sites
Poker Stars
Full Tilt Poker
Ultimate Bet
Poker.com

Other Poker Sites
Doyle's Room
Poker Room
Paradise Poker
World Poker Tour
Party Poker
Pacific Poker

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