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23 January 2008

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There has been a question passed around not only the United States but the world for quite a long time; since the start of online gambling, really. That question is "Do online casinos increase the chances of developing an online casino addiction?" Unfortunately for online casinos operators, the answer is yes. But, unfortunately for regular casinos owners, if the question were put to them if their casinos contribute to gambling addictions, the answer would also be yes. Does this mean that online casinos are more dangerous than their real casinos counterparts?

Is there a correct answer to this? Well, studies have been done which show that it can be easier for underage internet users to sign onto an online casinos software package with a credit card swiped from their parents and create an account. Then again, land-based casinos have to deal with underage gamblers who manage to walk around a gaming floor and even buy alcoholic drinks by using a forged ID. Technology has changed the way IDs are checked, but the methods of checking data - and manipulating what is found on it - are still often vulnerable to manipulation and deceit.

The fate of online casinos in the United States as of late has only brought to the forefront questions for gamblers past and present about the safety of online casinos. Most online casinos have warnings about the need to engage in responsible gambling, and if you are an online gambler you should inform your loved ones so that they can spot the warning signs if it seems as if you're developing an addiction. The key to avoiding online casinos addictions is making sure your loved ones can pull you out of the deep end if you don't think you'll be able to yourself.