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Feature
The Universal Gambling Strategy
by Meaghan Hutton, WINNERonline.com
22 October 2003
When playing at a casino, excitement or frustration can often cause players to forget about some of the most basic rules of gambling. Here's a brief reminder.

Play for fun

The game should be fun and enjoyable and shouldn't become a hazard to your financial self. Every player seems to want that reassurance they will walk away with a pocket full of money. The object of gambling is to have fun and to stretch your money as far as you can. Modest betting is the best betting. But in particular, it is important to know when the odds are in your favor. If you want the highest chance of winning, you should know the strategies of the game.

Don't be a sucker

The biggest problem casino players have is the addiction to the game, it seems they all have to play until they run out of money. Of course casinos love these kinds of players, but for the player, this is not the way to go. Each casino game has its own rules and strategies; therefore the chances of winning are different. When playing in a casino, the odds are always in the favor of the casino, but you can reduce these odds (the house edge) if you play properly and know when to walk away.

Stick with the strategy

Basic strategies are easy to follow and will give you a basic overview of a winning strategy. A perfect example of how a gambling strategy works, is in the game of Blackjack. In Blackjack, the odds can be lowered significantly by playing the basic strategy and sticking with it. Consistency is key in these gambling strategies. All are calculated to only lower the house edge over a certain number of hands.

Moderation is the key

For general gambling, moderation is the key. When I say moderation, I don't mean less frequently, just for shorter periods of time. A quick bet is a good bet and the best rule is not to spend more than two hours in any one sitting. It's true the longer you stay at one table or slot machine, the greater the odds of the house. Never increase your bet size on consecutive bets. When experiencing consecutive wins, increase bets with your style of play. Just take it easy and if you are on a streak, take it for all you can.

Keep learning

Once you've got the hang of the basic strategy, it is now time to improve your strategy and move on to more advanced strategies. Look deeper into the game, but don't look too deep. For players, it is easier to find the enjoyment of the game if you don't pay too much attention to the fine details of the game. It's easier to concentrate when you just go with the flow.

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