Poker is an exciting game of chance and skill, played by millions around the world. It is one of the most popular card games, and has many variants.

Betting is the key to playing poker. In each round of betting, players place an ante (a certain amount that varies by game). When betting gets to you, you have one of three choices: bet, raise or fold.

The hand: A complete hand is dealt to each player, face-down, and then each player can place an ante. After the ante is placed, another round of betting takes place, and each player must show their cards. The player with the best hand wins.

High Cards: In Poker, high cards are the first two cards of any five-card hand. A pair, two pairs, three of a kind, and four of a kind are all considered high cards.

Flush: In Poker, a flush is a five-card hand in any suit. A straight is a five-card hand in sequential order, while a full house is a five-card hand in the same suit.

Ties: In Poker, ties are broken by the rank of the cards outside the hand. For example, a pair of aces beats a pair of Kings, while a pair of queens beats a pair of Aces.

Bluffing: In Poker, bluffing is a crucial strategy, and a successful bluff can be decisive in winning a hand. It can also be used as a tactic to avoid paying an ante or other stakes.