Re: [ba-poker] Ethical guidance needed

[eaeven(deleted the rest)]

Well, first of all, my understanding of the "one player to a hand" rule 
is that it does refer to cheating/maintaining the standard of play, not 
preventing delay.

However, I think you are correct regarding the online context.  As long 
as there is only one actual hand under discussion (no sharing of 
multiple hand information), I don't think that there is any way to 
enforce otherwise...and must admit that I have been involved in such 
discussions myself on occasion (even with individuals who subscribe to 
this list.)  Technically, I suppose this is still collusion though.

Beth

-----Original Message-----
From: Uncle Roger <rogerc22(deleted the rest)>
To: ba-poker(deleted the rest)
Sent: Sat, 19 Mar 2005 20:56:37 -0800
Subject: [ba-poker] Ethical guidance needed

 Here is my ethical question: Is it OK to have a friend look over my
shoulder while I play online, and to discuss the hands with my
friend while I am playing them?

It seems to me that the "one player to a hand" rule is a casino rule,
not aimed at cheating but at preventing delay.

Also, since the rule is unenforeceable in the online context, I
assume I am playing against players who feel free to collaborate
with friends.

Finally, playing with friends watching is a way to avoid the social
isolation of on-line poker.

 What do you think?