I'm very new to texas hold'em or poker for that matter but playing with a group of friends recently I came to realize that I have some talent at reading people. Out of all the games I've tried a stab at, so far texas hold'em is my favorite.

Anyway, sorry first post, back on topic.

Playing on internet tournaments I'm finding it hard or even impossible to bet or imagine what can happen pre-flop. I've tried a couple scenarios from the strategies but they don't seem to work for me right yet. I get an AK suited and I still seem to lose. Yet I get a 2,8 and just go with it and win the biggest pot of the night! I know some might be dumb luck. But why bet before the flop if you don't know what's ahead?

Thanks,

Jay