Play money considering Real money. $25 free at Empire Poker?

Hi there

Can anyone there give me some advice?

I've seen a promotion at Empire Poker on www.empirefree.com which seems to indicate I can get $25 for downloading their software.

I'm getting close to being ready to play for real money but don't want to go mad at the beginning. Is this a good way to start?

I currently use Tigergaming cos it offers other types of poker games as well as Hold 'Em. I particularly like Guts poker - it's quick and it's fun.

Cheers