Feds struggle with vague gambling law / Internet restrictions lead to confusion about activities like poker, horse …
- Congress’ ban on Internet gambling is so vague that figuring out how to enforce it is a struggle, say federal officials charged with the task. “I think it is very difficult without having more of a bright line about what is intended to be unlawful Internet…
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Useful poker information:
- POT LIMIT - A game where the maximum bet is determined by the size of the pot at the time. Note that a player wanting to raise first calls the bet, then totals the pot to determine the maximum amount he can raise.
- BUTTON - A distinctive token held by the player sitting in the theoretical dealer's position, when a house dealer is used. The button rotates around the table so that every player has an opportunity to be the last to act. Also, "THE BUTTON" can refer to the player who currently has the button. ("I was the button and called the blind".) Synonyms: BUCK, PUCK.
- BOARD - The exposed cards in Hold'em and stud. Also BOARD CARDS.
- LOCK - A hand that cannot be beat under any circumstances. Also: NUTS.
- FAVORITE - Before all the cards are dealt, a hand that figures to be the winner. Ant: UNDERDOG.
- FISH - A player who loses money. An old saying is "If you can't spot the fish at the table, *you* are the fish.".

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