Online poker has been around for nearly two decades, and millions of hands are dealt every day. The industry has changed a lot over the last 23 years, and has undergone numerous ups and downs. In the United States, it has been subject to a range of legal and legislative issues, including the UIGEA and Black Friday. However, more states are considering legalizing online poker, and several have seen success in doing so.
To play poker online, first you must download the software from the site that you plan to play at. This usually only takes a few minutes, and most sites are virus-free.