Re: Party Poker is it legit?
First off, the FAQ here should address some of your questions in a compact and direct fashion.
Also, I've started a website with articles aimed at the player who is new to online poker on these very topics. I have a currently going series on shuffling, RNG's and the like.
The target audience is not the typical 2+2 player who has online poker experience.
I'm hoping to create a site where people can point their friends who have the same questions most players have at the beginning.
After a few months of writing, I should have a fairly comprehensive set of articles on these topics.
Bottom line: Major sites are dealing a fair game and 'bad beats' are a part of the game. Loose games are typically more profitable, but also have players calling down and catching cards too.
Add the fact that often when you WIN, your opponents cards are mucked or he folds to a river bet, so you don't see that he called you down with bottom pair hoping to catch a second pair or a 2-outer set. But when you lose the hand, you see the beat.
Good luck to you. If you're enjoying online poker, I recommend reading material such as "Small Stakes Hold 'Em," "Internet Texas Hold 'Em," or "Winning Low Limit Hold 'Em"
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