In the game of Blackjack the dealer is required to play according to a defined set of rules that are normally displayed on the table. The two main rules that any player must take into consideration are:

1. The dealer stands on 17. In most online casinos the dealer stands on 17. To comply with this rule a dealer is required to hit until the value of his or her hand values 17 or more.

2. The dealer hits on a soft 17. To comply with this rule the dealer must hit on any hand valuing less than 18 if the hand contains an Ace valued at 11.

The dealer can not Split, Double Down, Surrender, or make an Even Money or Insurance bet.