A beginner’s guide to online gaming

With a host of safe new sites offering the chance to play everything from traditional poker and blackjack to bingo and game show-inspired slots, online gambling has never been more popular or more fun. If you’re new to the scene and fancy having a shot at some of the great jackpots out there, then here’s our guide to getting started.

Choosing a type of casino: The online casino you choose will have a huge impact on the quality of your experience. In general, there are three types of online casino: those that require the user to download and install software, those that use JAVA, allowing you to play on your web browser, and those that use HTML and require very little download time. Which version you choose depends on your user preferences, as well as where and how often you will be playing. As a rule, you will have a better user experience if you opt to download software onto your computer.

Staying safe: Make sure you read the casino’s privacy policy before you sign up, and always choose an online casino such as Sky Vegas.com that is affiliated with an established organisation – such as Sky Vegas – or one that has been recommended and reviewed by an independent website. Facilities such as 24 online chat and instant payment are important.

Go for bonuses: Many of the more established casinos will offer excellent bonuses for beginners. Some will offer to double or treble your first deposit, others will offer a fixed bonus when you deposit a minimum sum, and a very few will give new players a ‘no strings attached’ amount to begin gambling with. Sign up bonuses give you the opportunity to try out games effectively for free – but make sure you balance the size of the initial bonus against the quality of the site overall.

Experiment for free: Once you’ve signed up for a site and made your first deposit, you’re free to begin playing. With so many games now on offer online, it’s a good idea to try out a range of types and styles to find a game you luck before you begin betting big bucks. Many online casinos offer a ‘play for free’ facility’ that allow beginners to experiment with the games on their site without losing money.

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Finally, if you have any problems then be sure to let the casino know – most have fast online response system. The Interactive Gaming Council may also be able to be answer any queries.