How do you get better at a game?

[AARPLynne]

I'm a backgammon player and waver between using strategy and taking chances during game play. However, the latter rarely pays off for me. Do you ever practice playing the online version of a game to improve your board game skills or vice versa?

[2Papa]

I know when to hold ‘em and know when to fold ‘em!

[LeeS4949]

I think it would depend on the game. i know in cribbage and chess it helps alot. poker not so much.