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While doing some paid freelance article writing, I learned about the phenomenon of how many people play poker online. It amazed me really, but not only that, I had to try it. I knew all of the poker sites had play money sections. I felt I could get a feel for it without breaking the bank. Trust me, I am not a gambler. Even losing two dollars once a year on a horse race is enough to keep me away from betting.

But something about playing poker online got me in. So I signed up, downloaded and chalked up my play money balance. Of course knowing that I could just go to the bank and get some more meant I played in a somewhat carefree manner. But it certainly did feel great when I won. I could immediately see how someone could get hooked on playing at an online poker site. But I could also see how careful administrations and patience could see some nice sums build up.

Which brings a dilemma in itself. As with all legalized adult 'fun', used responsibly this cold be entertaining and profitable. But overuse would surely ruin lives. Where do we draw the line on society? On the up side, playing online poker is private, anonymous, and for the most part a non-judgmental environment. You can hoot and holler, laugh and do all the things you probably shouldn't do if you play live. But you are time so fast and smart decisions must be made.

On the down side poker online is private, anonymous, and for the most part in a non-judgmental environment. This means there is no one there to warn you may have gone over the limit. No people to face and really it's hard to get caught playing if your shouldn't be. So again this comes back to whether you have an addictive personality. If you are prone to go overboard or have had gambling problems in the past, do not tempt yourself here.

If you are like me and make you $10.00 last forever on the 2c tables, then it is fun. For those who put time into it, have a reasonable size bankroll to get them started and participate in online poker tournaments, it can be profitable. Many are making their daily living from playing poker. but how do you make sure you can stick with playing online poker for fun, and not get caught up and overspend?

1. Set limits-daily spend, table spend and profit limits. Decide how much you are comfortable losing. This is a limit you never go over, especially at first. If you play the 1c/2c tables then decide how much you will take to that table, they do have a minimum and maximum limit on some. Decide what profit you want before

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