Online Poker Software

Online poker is one of the newest, hottest games on the Internet. But, if you want to play online poker, you will need to download online poker software. After you choose the online poker site you want to play at, there will probably be a link to download their software. This software is what you will open to play poker against other people.

Usually, this software takes up little space on your hard drive and you should not have any problem removing it if you ever wish to. But, avoid downloading online poker software from sites that you have never heard of. Their online poker software might contain spyware, which could damage your computer. It is best to stick with the poker web sites that you read about in magazines or see commercials for on television.

Some online poker sites do not even require that you download any online poker software at all. Their sites use javascript to create the poker rooms. All you have to do is click on a link and it will open an online poker room, no online poker software needed. But, sometimes, these sites can run slower than those that require you to download their online poker software.

If you are going to play poker online, you may need to visit a few poker web sites to find one you like. Most of the online poker software has the same functions, but some may be easier to use or have more desirable poker room visuals than others.