Play basic strategy

1
Stand when your hand is 12-16 when the dealer has 2-6.
2
Hit when your hand is 12-16 when the dealer has 7-Ace.
3
Always split Aces and 8s.
4
Double 11 versus the dealer's 2-10.
5
Hit or double Aces-6.
The dealer deals two cards to each player, one at a time. He then asks each player, in rotation and beginning with eldest hand (to his left), whether he wants to 'stand' or choose another card. In the latter case, the dealer gives him the top card from the pack.