Monday, April 7, 2008

Online gambling

Online gambling is a general term for gambling using the Internet. This article provides a brief introduction to some of the forms of online gambling, as well as discussing general issues.

Online poker


Online poker tables commonly offer Texas hold 'em, Omaha, Seven-card stud, razz and other game types in both tournament and ring game structures. Players play against each other rather than the "house", with the card room making its money through "rake" and through tournament fees.

Online casinos


There are a large number of online casinos, in which people can play casino games such as roulette, blackjack, pachinko, baccarat and many others. These games are played against the "house", which makes money due to the fact that the odds are in its favor.

Online sports betting


Bookmakers and betting exchanges offer fixed-odds gambling over the Internet on the results of sporting events.

Online bingo


There are a number of online bingo rooms offering games on the Internet.

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