A Casino is a place where people can play different types of gambling games. These include roulette, poker, blackjack and more.
Casinos are like indoor amusement parks for adults, with the vast majority of their entertainment coming from games of chance. Music shows, lighted fountains, lavish hotels and elaborate themes draw in customers and provide the billions of dollars in profits that casinos rake in every year.
Security
The most obvious aspect of modern casino security is a physical security force that patrols the casino and responds to reports of suspicious activity or unauthorized people. The casino also employs specialized surveillance departments that operate the casino’s closed circuit television system, known as the “eye in the sky.”
Popular Gambling Games
Slot machines, black jack, roulette and craps are all common gambling games in casinos. Each of these games give the casino a mathematical expectancy of winning, so it is very rare for a casino to lose money on its games.
These games are usually monitored electronically using video cameras and computers to ensure the correct amounts are being wagered minute-by-minute, and that players are not cheating. Some casinos also use electronic chip tracking, which allows gamblers to place chips with microcircuitry that interact with electronic systems in the game tables.
In addition to gambling, many casinos feature live entertainment including concerts, pop and rock bands and jazz performances. Some casinos even have theaters and spas to keep their guests entertained away from the games.
