Pokerstars Ubuntu

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Pokerstars Ubuntu - How Ubuntu Users Can Access Pokerstars

Pokerstars offers both downloadable and no-download versions for its players from around the world. However, not all systems are compatible with the downloadable software client. Ubuntu users now have expanded options for accessing Pokerstars' full version or instant play software online.

Ubuntu Instant Play at Pokerstars

Pokerstars does not currently host a Linux-native or Ubuntu compatible software that will run on the Ubuntu system. Instead, the first option for Ubuntu users is to take advantage of the instant play version of Pokerstars' game offerings. Running from web browsers, the instant play games use flash play Java scripts to offer high quality graphics and high-speed player experiences that are very close to the full download version of Pokerstars' games. Ubuntu players can set up real money accounts and enjoy the full range of privileges at Pokerstars without worrying about a software download or installation process.

Instant Play Benefits

Pokerstars instant play offers Ubuntu users a few distinct advantages such as:

• Access from any computer anywhere on the Internet
• Connect quickly to live play games
• No waiting for downloads or installation to access player account or games
• Full membership advantages at Pokerstars including real money games and real time gaming

Download Play at Pokerstars for Ubuntu Users

Currently, Pokerstars offers native-compatible, downloadable software poker clients for PC and Mac operating systems only. Future development is not presently planned to design more OS native clients. Ubuntu players, like Linux users, have the instant play option available, but now also have a means of accessing the full software version.

As with Linux, Ubuntu players wanting to use the downloadable software for playing at Pokerstars can utilize the freeware program Wine 1.0, which was released in earlier versions in 2005. Wine allows computers to run full-software Windows programs in a compatibility program. Though not technically a virtual PC, Wine 1.0 opens the interface between Ubuntu operating systems and Pokerstars Windows' based software. Ubuntu forum users and even PokerStars recommends Wine 1.0 for players using otherwise non-compatible operating systems in order to take advantage of all Pokerstars has to offer. Wine is available as a free download.

Here's how Ubuntu users can use the Pokerstars download:

1. Download Wine 1.0 and instal it.
2. Launch Wine before going to Pokerstars' website.
3. Download Pokerstars' free poker software and install it.
4. Run the poker client software via Wine to access the full version software features and services.

Recommended System Requirements

Pokerstars offers both minimum system requirements and recommended system requirements in order for players to enjoy the best gaming experience at Pokerstars. Older computers may still effectively support the instant play version with a compatible web browser, but using these recommended settings will ensure the best game quality for players:

• Minimum 128MB RAM, 256 MB or more plays at best performance levels
• 333 MHz or faster intel-based processor
• Sound card for audio software components
• At least 800x600 up to 1024x768 screen resolution settings, with high color (16-bit color depth)
• Installed Wine 1.0 to play downloadable software
• Up to 60MB of free disk space for installing poker software
• DSL or Cable internet connection of at least 128kbps speed
• Compatible web browsers for instant play: Safari 1.3, Firefox 1.0, Windows Internet Explorer 6.0

Ubuntu users now have options to access all the services, games and promotions that Pokerstars has to offer. Through instant play and the Wine program, Ubuntu players at Pokerstars have even better ways to enjoy their poker experience.

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