Casino Gambling Features from your Guide
Who Wants To Be A Gambling
Expert - 12/18/00
Successful Blackjack players need to learn basic strategy. Most players start
learning by referring to a basic strategy chart. Since the chart only deals
with the first two cards, you will also need to understand what decisions
to make after taking a hit.
Blackjack Basic Strategy
- 12/04/00
Successful Blackjack players need to learn basic strategy. Most players start
learning by referring to a basic strategy chart. Since the chart only deals
with the first two cards, you will also need to understand what decisions
to make after taking a hit.
Bad Beats
-
11/27/00
A bad beat in poker is when you have a good hand that is a favorite to win
beaten by another hand. Bad beats are a normal part of poker that a good
player learns to accept. Why complain about it?
Blackjack 101
- 11/20/00
Blackjack is the most popular casino game in the casino. Learn how to play
the game. This tutorial will take you through the basics of the game.
Why Blackjack?
- 11/13/00
Blackjack is the most popular casino game in the casino. How much of a house
edge do you give up? How can you reduce the house edge.
Coinless Slots
- 11/06/00
The term slot machine will soon be as archaic as the record. All new machines
are equipped with a bill receptor to accept paper money. The next wave of
technology will feature a coinless system that pays out in vouchers instead
of coins.
World Gaming Congress and Expo
- 10/30/00
The World Gaming Congress and Expo is the trade show of the gaming industry.
Take a look at some of the new games and machines.
Slot Machine Hogs
- 10/16/00
A Slot Hog is a player who monopolizes several machines at a time when the
casino is crowded. They will usually play the machines on both sides of the
machine they are sitting at. How do you handle the situation when you encounter
them?
Sidewinder Sid
- 10/06/00
Smart companies make a great product and then continue to update it using
the feedback from its customer to make the product even better. Wilson Software
believes in that philosophy and it is borne out in the new version 4.0 of
Turbo Texas Hold'em.
Nickel High Rollers
- 10/02/00
Nickel slot players are getting a new image. The new multi-line multi-coin
slot machines are not cheap to play. Playing maximum coins could put you
in the "High Roller" category.
Best of Online Gambling Survey
- 9/25/00
Casino Player Magazine is conducting a survey to determine the best gambling
related websites. The results will be published in a special "Best of Online
Gaming" issue. Everyone who votes can sign up to receive a free copy of the
issue with results.
Frugal Fridays
- 9/18/00
Jean Scott, The Queen of Comps writes a weekly column that will keep you
updated on the latest Las Vegas promotions. She also has practical advice
about the casinos and the games for players regardless where they play.
Gambling Addiction
- 9/11/00
The thrill of casino gambling can be seductive and alluring and a minority
of players succumb to the darker side of gambling, addiction. There are many
resources for help once know the warning signs.
A Visit With The Addams Family
- 9/04/00
The Addams Family is one of the hottest new slot games.
Flop It, Fit It or Fold
- 8/28/00
In Texas Hold'em the flop defines your hand. Part ten of the Learning Casino
Poker series looks at how to decide whether you should continue with your
hand or fold it.
Viva Las Vegas Newsletter
- 8/21/00
The free Viva Las Vegas Newsletter is filled with valuable information for
anyone visiting a casino. Find out more about the Newsletter and read a reprint
of a recent edition containing an interview with a casino Slot Manager.
Hedge Hog
-
8/14/00
Learn about Hedge Betting and read about a Hedge system that you can use.
Shifting Sands In Atlantic City
- 8/07/00
Ownership of the Sands Casino in Atlantic City has changed hands. Carl Ichan
, who wons three casinos in Las Vegas hopes tor bring is the new owner.
Everything Las Vegas Newsletter
- 7/31/00
I subscribe to a couple Internet newsletters. One of the newsletters I subscribe
to is the Everything Las Vegas Newsletter
Slot Candles Light The Way
- 7/24/00
Have you ever put a quarter in a dollar machine by mistake? Did you know
you can tell the denomination of a machine from across the casino Floor?
The Final Table
- 7/17/00
After playing in a low limit Texas Hold'em tournament, I set a goal to make
it to the final table. In Part nine of the Learning Casino poker series,
I reveal the steps I took to achieve the goal and the results of my effort.
Meeting A Casino Host
- 7/10/00
The job of a casino host is to cultivate relationships with players who will
become loyal patrons to the establishment. The casino host has the authority
to issue comps to players.
Playing In The Poker Room
- 7/03/00
Playing poker in a casino poker room can be an enjoyable experience. Here
are some points you need to know to join a casino poker game.
Progressive Slot Machines
- 6/26/00
Progressive slot machines offer huge jackpots. Some of the can be life changing.
All progressive slot machines are not alike. Find out how they differ. Should
you play them? What are your chances of winning?
Tournament Time
- 6/19/00
Playing in a low limit poker tournament can be an excellent learning experience.
You can practice table etiquette and protocol without risking a lot of
money. Learning Casino Poker Part Seven.
We Are Not Fortunetellers
- 6/12/00
Every day we are faced with making decisions. It doesn't matter if we are
playing a casino game or going about our daily routine. We are not
fortunetellers. We don't know the outcome of our decision until after the
fact.
Gambling Southern Style.
- 6/05/00
Casino Gambling mixed with Southern Hospitality is a winning combination
Tunica Mississippi is the country's third largest gaming destination. There
are ten casinos offering all your favorite games.
Starting Hands For Texas
Hold'em - 5/29/00
The most important decision a player will make in Hold'em is deciding which
hands to play. Most players lose because they play too many hands.
CPR Craps System. -
05/22/00
The CPR craps system might be just what you need to keep your bankroll alive.
It is a good system for new players who want to experience the excitement
of the game of craps.
World Series of Poker.
- 05/15/00
Here is a little history about the WSOP and some resources for following
all the action this week.
Casino Poker Lessons
- 05/01/00
In Part four of the "Learning Casino Poker" series, I tell you about the
advantages of taking free casino poker lessons.
Banked Bonus Slot
Machines - 04/24/00
The slot machine makers are always trying to come up with new ideas that
will keep you playing the slot machines longer.
Multi-line Bonus Slot Machines
- 04/17/00
Multi-line multi-coin slot machines are exciting but they can be expensive
to play. Where did this idea come from?
Who's Got The Button? -
04/10/00
In Part four of the "Learning Casino Poker" series, I discuss the importance
of position and how it relates toe the starting hands you can play.
Uncomfortable Shoe -
04/03/00
Shuffle Master introduces the King continuous shuffler to help eliminate
card counting.
What's Luck Got To Do With
It? - 03/27/00
Sometimes at the casino and in life you need a little luck. Can you change
your luck?
Learning Casino Poker - Texas
Hold'em - 03/20/00
Part three of the poker series explains how to play Limit Texas Hold'em.
Mergers and Competition
-- 03/13/00
MGM and Mirage announced a merger and voters approved Nevada-Style games
for Indian Casinos in California . How will this affect Las Vegas?
Learning Casino Poker - Getting
Started - 03/07/00
Learning any casino game is easier if you have the right tools. Here is what
you need to learn how to play casino poker.
From The Kitchen To The Card
Room - 02/28/00
Would you like to learn how to play casino poker? I will be sharing my
experiences with you as I make the transition to the casino poker rooms.
Wilson's Poker Software
- 02/21/00
Poker players can learn and improve their games at home by using the Wilson
Software poker programs.
Let It Ride -
02/14/00
Let It Ride can be a fun game for the recreational player. There is a simple
strategy that is simple to learn. Here is how to play.
The Gambler's Book Shop -
02/07/00
The Gambler's Book Shop has the most extensive collection of gambling related
books, videos, and software. For 35 years, they have been the leading resource
for gamblers, writers and researchers.
Video Poker Strategy
Charts - 01/31/00
Using a video poker strategy card will help improve your game. Download the
strategy for Jacks or Better, Deuces Wild and Double Bonus.
The Price We Pay To Play
- 01/25/00
What it cost to play games in the casino and how it effects your bankroll.
Video Poker Hand
Frequency- 01/17/00
How often will you get a Royal Flush and what will it cost you.
Video Poker Pay Tables-
01/10/00
You can determine the pay back of a video poker machine by reading the pay
table.
New Year's Message -
01/01/00
A look ahead and some New Year's resolutions.