Online gambling, as the name implies, refers to any type of gambling that is done over the internet. The internet boom of the last decade has spawned a multi-billion dollar, worldwide online gambling industry that is expected to greatly increase in the next decade as more and more people gain access to the internet.

There are a number of advantages to gambling from the comfort and safety of your home. Aside from the simple fact that a casino may not even exist in your city, here are some of the benefits to online vs. land-based gambling.
 Online slot machines often pay out better
 Don’t have to deal with the inconvenience of carrying around chips (that may get lost or stolen)
 No unwanted smoke/obnoxious people to bother you
 Wear whatever you want, drink as much as you want, and play whatever music you like

Now, although these benefits are pretty cool, the overwhelming advantage to playing online is that you can get bonuses! Most casinos offer bonuses and promotions to attract new players. Although many land-based casinos give some perks to their clients, these perks rarely compare to those offered by online casinos. Furthermore, after the initial sign-up bonus that many casinos offer, extra “reload” bonuses will often be given to regular players.