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Beginners guide

What is Internet Gambling?

Online gambling, also referred to as Internet gambling consist of wagering on games such as slots, blackjack, craps, roulette, and poker utilizing the world wide web. Just about any game you can find in a land based casino you can find online from the privacy of your own home.

In many countries online gambling is legalized and online casinos are government licensed. For example, Antigua allows online gambling and has issued licenses to online casinos. Kahnawake, a Mohawk Territory in Canada, also licenses online casinos. In fact several Vegas casinos have or are currently looking into the possibility of starting their own online casinos.

Is Internet Gambling Legal?

In some geographical areas the answer is yes and in others it's no; more over in some areas the answers are not so clear-cut. You should always consult your with your local authorities and/or research your local laws prior to registering with any online wagering service.

You will find numerous websites on the Internet where you can place a bet, or gamble online. The majority of online casinos, the reputable ones, are located in places where gambling is perfectly legal. When you connect to these establishments the gaming is taking place on the server in that specific location; its sort of like getting on a plane and traveling to Vegas - here you go into your computer room and travel to a server.

Recently, in late 2006 the United States snuck through a gambling bill (attached minutes before recess) to a port safety act. The bill seeks to diminish ones capabilities of funding online gaming by restricting banking institutions from performing such transactions. This bill does not make gaming illegal.

To date, there are no federal laws, which clearly define online gambling as being illegal. However depending on your location there are specific state laws, which may restrict certain forms of online gaming. As previously mentioned you should verify your specifics prior to registering at an online casino..

Is playing online slots safe & fair?

This truly depends on where you play. As with most things if you look in the wrong places you might find something you didn't want. If you play at only licensed casinos which have long track records of being trusted and fair you will not have anything to worry about.

Slotsmania will only promote casinos that maintain fair gaming policies. If we find that any casinos fairness is in question we will remove it from our site at once - so put this concern at ease.

Online casino software uses a random number generator to randomly produce the gaming results. This guarantees that no programming advantage can be created on the casinos side that would favor the house. This random number generator is audited on an regular basis to ensure that it conforms to Las Vegas standards.

Types of slot machines

You will find just about every type of slot machine online that you would normally find in your favorite land-based casinos. These include classic slot machines referred to as 3 reel slots, video slots often referred to as 5 reel slots, progressive slots which have increasing jackpots, and bonus feature slots which feature bonus screens, free spins, and a combination of bonuses.

It is quite common to find a slots machine which can be categorized in several of these sections such as a 5 reel video slot game which offers a bonus and a progressive jackpot. Slotsmania list slot games in each category so you should have no problem finding a game that suits your fancy.

How do I select a casino?

This may seem like a difficult task at first as the Internet is full of online casinos all claiming their software and odds are the best. That's why we are here to guide you to the cream of the crop. Every casino listed on the Slotsmania web site has been found to be honest, reputable, and have no complaints from our visitors.

We recommend you start with the basics, first determine if its legal for you to play online, second, consider which types of games you like to play; then review our game listings to find a casino which offers those particular types of games. You might also wish to review our listings of the best online casino comps and select a casino which will give you a nice welcome bonus.

I've found a casino. Now how do I get started gambling?

To take full advantage of the casinos games we suggest using the downloaded software. The graphics, sound quality, number of games, and overall ambience will result in a much more enjoyable gaming experience.

You shouldn't be concerned about downloading software from any of the casinos listed on the Slotsmania site. It's no different that any other download - simply put its 100% safe. You should follow the instructions that the chosen casino specifies and download the software to an area on your computer that will be easily accessible.

Why do I have to register?

Once you have completed the download of your chosen casino you will need to register before you can begin playing the games. You will need to do this so that you can provide the casino with your contact information so they will know who and where to send any potential winnings to.

During your registration you may be asked to create a username and/or password. In some cases the casino may provide you with this information after you have registered. In either case, be certain that you write it down and keep it in a safe place.

Can I play for free?

Yes, all casinos offer a play/fun mode which will permit you to try out the casino, see if you like the games, the look and feel of the casino, possibly you may want try out the support to see if its up to your specifications prior to making a real money deposit.

How to I deposit money / how do I cash out my winnings?

When you are ready to deposit and/or cash out your winnings you will need to locate the cashier button. There will be several options available for depositing and/or withdrawing - you should select the one that best suits you.

What if I need additional help?

All reputable casinos will have toll free phone numbers that you can call for assistance with your account. They will be able to answer your questions about depositing, withdrawing, comps, rules of games, and anything else regarding the casino. They may also offer live chat and will almost always offer support via email.

You should always feel free to contact casino support with any question(s) that you may have. You can also always contact Slotsmania if you have any questions; we are more than happy to offer any applicable assistance; please feel free to contact us whenever you have a question and/or concern.

Well we sure hope you will feel a bit more relaxed about your online gambling experience. If you should have any questions, which are not mentioned here don't hesitate to drop the us a line - we are always pleased to help where we can.