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Once all bets have been placed, 2 hole cards are dealt to each player. The first player to left of player who placed big blind begins betting for this round. He may choose to call, raise or fold.
Checking is only allowed if no bets have been placed in that round before.
After everyone has been given a chance to bet or fold, Flop is dealt. The Flop refers to three communal cards which are placed face up in middle of table. At this time you should be able to determine how strong your hand is, relative to your opponents' hands.
Once again each player is given a chance to place their bets. At this time betting may become aggressive and many players try to throw a bluff in this round.
The next round is called TURN. The fourth communal card is dealt. Again players are giving another chance to bet. The betting continues in a clockwise direction beginning with first player to left of dealer button (see Trident Poker game interface)...
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