Luvin Poker for Ubuntu
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Luvin Poker is a relatively new online poker site that is steadily building a traffic base of Americans and international players. Currently, the site is offering downloadable software that is compatible with Windows 7 and Vista. Although Luvin Poker technically does not offer support for Ubuntu, Ubuntu users do have a couple of options at their disposal when it comes to running Luvin Poker on Ubuntu. One option is using the Instant Play version of Luvin Poker, which works regardless of your OS. The other option involves installing an emulation program in addition to the Windows version of Luvin Poker on an Ubuntu computer.
Installing Luvin Poker Ubuntu
Before you download the Luvin Poker application, you'll need to install a Windows emulation program under Ubuntu. The most popular emulation program is Wine. With this program, you'll be able to run Luvin Poker, as well as virtually any Windows program, all under the Ubuntu operating system.
- Open the Synaptic program within Ubuntu.
- Under your system settings, choose Repositories.
- Click on the Universe option to enable it.
- Type "Wine" into the search box located in the upper right corner of the screen.
- Mark Wine for installation by choosing it and clicking Apply.
- Follow the prompts to install Wine to your computer.
Now that you've set up an emulation program on your computer, it's time to install Luvin Poker. This can be accomplished in a few simple steps.
- Visit LuvinPoker.com
- Click the Download Now button located on the right side of the screen.
- The download will start automatically and will take only a few seconds with a high speed Internet connection.
- Double click the file to open it and begin installation.
- When prompted to choose a destination folder, click on Applications and then Wine.
Instant Play Luvin Poker Ubuntu
If you'd prefer to skip the process of installing an emulator and the downloadable version of Luvin Poker, you'll have the option of running Instant Play Luvin Poker. This is a browser-based version of Luvin Poker that can be used in any operating system including Mac OS, Linux and Ubuntu.
Luvin Poker Instant Play is a scaled-down version of the downloadable Luvin Poker application. You'll have access to basic poker game types including Holdem, Omaha, Omaha Hi Lo and 7 Card Stud. You can choose to play with Fixed Limit, No Limit and Pot Limit betting rules. In addition, you'll be able to hone your skills by playing for practice chips.
To access the Instant Play version of Luvin Poker Ubuntu, click the Instant Play link found on the Luvin Poker homepage.
