Whether it’s on the table or on your computer, Poker is one of the most popular forms of gambling in the world. Over 60 million people in the US play this game every year.

The game is played with a standard deck of 52 cards, which are split into four suits. Cards are dealt one at a time. The goal is to develop the best possible hand from the cards you’re dealt. The best hand will win the pot.

The first round of betting begins with a bet, or ante, of the same amount as the previous round. This bet is known as the “blind.” The blinds give players something to chase, and give the dealer a chance to cut and shuffle the cards.

The next round is called the “turn.” This is where each player gets to use one of his or her own cards. Generally, each player must bet one time, but in some variations players may use two or more. The turn card is a five-card combination that is the best possible hand for that moment in time.

The “showdown” occurs when the winning hand is revealed to everyone at the table. This is the best possible hand for that moment in the game, and it’s the most important.

The best hand is considered to be a straight flush. A straight flush is five cards in the same suit in any order. The Royal Flush is a straight flush with an ace high.