How to Play Blackjack Online

Before making your next trip to a casino to play blackjack, first play the game online. You'll be able to practice your hit and stand strategies. Also, you can see when it's a good idea to double down or split your cards. You can even try buying insurance when the dealer has an ace. All of this can be done for free, so you can learn without losing any money.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer
• Online access

Play Blackjack Online

1. Find Web site to play blackjack online. Some places offer free games where you play for fun and other places offer the chance to play for real money. Some Web sites offer both options. Playing blackjack online allows you to practice strategy online or just meet up with other blackjack players to have fun. Consider getting started with online blackjack by visiting Yahoo! games (see Resources below). It is free to play there and it will prepare you for other online blackjack as well.
2. Check the system requirements of the online blackjack game. Some Web sites require that you download their game software, while other places you can play using your web browser. Sometimes a Web site will only be compatible with the Windows operating system.
3. Learn how the controls work. First, locate where you make a bet and how you manipulate the amount of your bet. Next, look for a button that will cause the cards to be dealt. Finally, locate the controls for deciding how to play your hand, such as how to stand, raise or split.
4. Determine if online gambling is legal in your area. Read through the rules and regulations provided on the gambling Web site to ensure that you are in compliance with the law. To try playing blackjack for money, visit Bodog.com (see Resources below).
5. Decide if you are ready to try betting real money. Know that you can lose money when playing Blackjack online.

Tips & Warnings

• Playing blackjack online is an excellent way to learn how the game works. A game played online plays much quicker than when playing with human opponents at a table. The faster pace allows you to see more hands dealt, which will increase how quickly you learn blackjack strategies.
• If you decide to gamble real money playing blackjack online, first see what payment options are accepted by the Web site. Then look and see what kind of security is available, especially if you will be providing your credit card number.