Poker odds fordummies

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POKER ODDS FORDUMMIES
This guide is for you if you have a basic knowledge of poker, but don't have a clue about Texas Hold'em poker odds or how they work. After reading this you'll find it easier to beat your friends and win in online poker rooms.
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FOR PLAYERS AT LEVEL:Beginner - Intermediate
At first, poker odds can seem confusing, but if you're going to take poker seriously then having a basic knowledge of them is critical (it'll be clear why after reading this page). This short, practical guide and the tools within will give you everything you need to gain the upper hand on both real and online tables.
Right then buckle up because we are going to take a short drive through the world of poker odds. But before we pull off the driveway, let's start with a back to basics look at odds and what they mean.
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Part1
How Odds Work and "The Long Shot"

When the odds are particularly large against you winning, you'll often be referred to as the "long shot", which generally means it will be a cold day in Hell before you succeed.
Higher odds generally mean you have less chance of winning.If someone offers you odds of 100:1 it means they're convinced you're not going to win.
Part2
Poker Odds Tell You the Probability of Winning Any Given Hand
Before we can get into a discussion of poker odds while playing poker online, you need to know how to calculate your "outs." Outs are simply the cards that will help you improve your hand and make it better than what you think your opponent is holding.