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Super Eight: Analysis of the keno variant at the Fremont casino Dec 14

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Dealer Bluff: New poker variant at the Wynn, where the dealer acts first. Nov 10

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Computer Fire: Read this if you have an HP Pavilion Elite, or are considering buying one. Nov 2

Card Craps: Details on the craps game at the Viejas casino, which has a small player advantage. Oct 31

Ask the Wizard #239: Lots of readers' questions answered. Oct 31

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Q: Suppose there are two football games that I feel have a player advantage. Let's say each has a 55% chance of winning, and I have to lay 110. Which is more profitable, to bet the games straight up or as a single parlay? — Rob from Las Vegas (more...)

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