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Bwin Poker Linux - Using Linux to Play at Bwin

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Linux users often struggle to find an online poker site that is compatible with the Linux operating system. In the last few years, Bwin has amassed the largest online network of poker players in Europe. Bwin has visually pleasing yet easy to use graphics and software coupled with great security and customer support. On top of all that, Bwin offers an in-browser version that Linux users can play.

System Requirements

Linux users will be very pleased with the ease of use of Bwin's poker software. However, you will need to have basic system requirements in order to utilize the software. Unfortunately, there is not a download version yet available for Linux users, but these requirements are recommended for in-browser game play:

• Processor - 166 Mhz
• RAM - 64 Mb
• Internet Speed - 56 Kbps

While these are only minimums, most users will find game play much easier with higher amounts of the above specifications.

Registration Instructions

After you've made sure that your system will work, you will need to acquire Bwin's poker software for the Linux operating system. There are a few steps involved:

1. Go to Bwin's website
2. Click the Poker tab near the top of the window.
3. Create an account by clicking Register now! also on the top right of your window, follow all steps.
4. Return to the poker tab and look on the left side of the screen for a Play Instantly button and click that.

Software Features

Some poker sites will offer limited play while using web browser, Linux, or Mac versions of their game, but not Bwin. Bwin's poker software is fully compatible with the Linux operating system and you can completely enjoy the following features of Bwin's software:

• Lobby Seating - View all table information directly from the Lobby Preview window. Using this, you won't have enter into into each individual table just to see if there is a seat available.
• Resizable tables - This will help multi table players a great deal. Change the size of the playing window to give you the opportunity to open multiple tables or even non-poker windows.
• Tournament Information - Viewable in an easy to read side bar, players can see tournament rankings and other information right from their poker room.
• Content Panel - Three customizable fields available for viewing right in your poker window including: bonuses and promotions, game information, and a chat room.
• Tournament Queues - To ensure a seat in whichever tournament you want, take a spot on the queue. This is another way of saying you are reserving a seat in that tournament. When all the seats are spoken for, the tournament will automatically begin so keep an eye on this feature.
• Lobby Filters - When searching for a table or tournament to enter, Bwin's lobby filters can assist in filtering out the types you are not looking for.
• Ante Tournaments - A little different than the usual style of play you may be accustomed to, ante tournaments make everyone put a little into every pot. These will make pots a little more consistent but will not erase big or small blinds.

Ways to play

Bwin offers an enormous amount of different ways to use their software with your Linux system, here are a few:

• Open Cash Freerolls - Open to all Bwin account holders.
• Restricted Freeroll Qualifiers - Prize pool finishers can earn seats into larger tournaments.
• Restricted Cash Freerolls - With cash prizes for prize pool finishers, you will need a specific number of player points to claim your prize.
• Player Point Tournaments - Entry fees are not cash but rather a certain number of player points.
• Sit and Go - Pick your table from the lobby and join. Leave at any time.
• Cash Tournaments - There are hundreds daily with many different entry fees.

Linux users should rejoice that they can play a no download, instant play version that includes all the features offered by Bwin. With their many different types of tournaments, both freeroll and cash, Linux players will assuredly be able to find the game of their liking at Bwin poker.

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