Poker

Players:
Typically 2 to 10 players.
Objective:
The goal is to have the best hand or to convince other players to fold (give up) their hands.
Setup:

Blinds:
Two players to the left of the dealer post the small blind and big blind to start the betting.
Hole Cards:
Each player is dealt two private cards (hole cards) that belong to them alone.
Betting Rounds:

First Betting Round - Pre-Flop:
Starting with the player to the left of the big blind, each player has the option to fold, call (match the big blind), or raise.
The Flop:
Three community cards are dealt face-up in the middle of the table. Second Betting Round - Post-Flop:

Starting with the player to the left of the dealer, a new betting round begins. Players can check, bet, call, raise, or fold based on their hand and the community cards.
The Turn:
A fourth community card is dealt face-up.
Third Betting Round - Post-Turn:
Another betting round occurs, starting with the player to the left of the dealer.
The River:
The fifth and final community card is dealt face-up.
Final Betting Round - Post-River:
The final betting round takes place.
Showdown:
If there are two or more players remaining after the final betting round, a showdown occurs.
Showdown:
Players reveal their hole cards, and the best hand is determined based on the combination of the player's hole cards and the five community cards.
Hand Rankings:
The hand rankings, from highest to lowest, are:

Royal Flush Straight Flush Four of a Kind Full House Flush Straight Three of a Kind Two Pair One Pair High Card
Winning:
The player with the best hand wins the pot. If two or more players have the same hand, the pot is split. Betting Limits:

There are various betting structures, including No-Limit, Pot-Limit, and Fixed-Limit. Poker Tips:

Starting Hands:

Learn which starting hands are strong and when to play them.
Position:
Consider your position at the table; playing hands from a later position gives you more information about your opponents' actions.
Bluffing:
Bluff selectively. It's a tool, not a strategy.
Observation:
Pay attention to your opponents' tendencies and adjust your strategy accordingly.
Bankroll Management:
Manage your bankroll wisely to avoid significant losses.