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Step 1
Be aware that many online sites that offer Pinochle game-play software for download typically have their own discussion forum where users can interact with each other. If you have already downloaded Pinochle software that you like, check with the site that provides it to see whether they also have a forum.
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Step 2
Lurk first, if possible. This means you will observe the forum without actually participating in it. It will help you get a sense of the tone of the forum and the disposition of its regular contributors, which will give you a good idea as to whether or not your personality will be a good fit with the other users.
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Step 3
Create a junk email account to use solely for the purposes of joining the forum. This will help protect your primary email address from any spam that may be generated if the forum shares your email address (which may happen with or without the forum moderator's knowledge). As a general rule, join a forum with fewer banner advertisements on its site. This decreases the likelihood that any spam will result.
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Step 4
Join the forum by filling out its membership form using the new email address you created in Step 3. Choose a username and password, if prompted. Some forums will require users to select an individual handle, while others will allow you to log in simply with your email address.
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Step 5
Interact with other users by reading and replying to threads, and beginning your own. Make sure you familiarize yourself with the terms of use before starting new threads, particularly if they're off-topic. Many online Pinochle forums require users to label off-topic threads as such.
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Step 6
Share tips, find good sites where you can play online, join a league or even organize a tournament with the help of the other users in the forum! There's power in numbers. Benefit from the knowledge and experience of the other people in the forum to expand your social circle as well as improve your Pinochle play.
