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The Fascinating Tech that Drives Online Casinos
Online casinos have become a popular form of entertainment for millions of people around the world… but have you ever wondered how they work? What kind of technology is behind the games, the payments, the security and the overall experience?
In this article, we will explore some of the fascinating tech that drives online casinos – and how we at Springbok Casino use it to provide you with the best possible gaming experience!
Encryption and Security
A crucial aspect of online casinos is the security of your personal and financial information. When you sign up, deposit or withdraw at an online casino, you want to be sure that your data is safe and protected from hackers or fraudsters. That’s why online casinos use encryption and security technologies to safeguard your information.
Encryption is a process of transforming data into a code that can only be deciphered by authorised parties. At Springbok Casino, we use 128-bit SSL encryption, which is the same standard used by banks and other financial institutions. This means that your data is encrypted before it is transmitted over the internet. We also use firewalls and other security measures to prevent unauthorized access to our servers and databases.
Encryption and security technologies are not only used for online casinos. E-commerce, online banking, cloud computing and other applications benefit from this type of technology. Encryption and security technologies can be classified into two types: symmetric and asymmetric.
Symmetric encryption uses the same key for both encryption and decryption, which means that both parties need to share the key in advance. Asymmetric encryption uses different keys for encryption and decryption, which means that one party can encrypt data with a public key that can be shared with anyone, but only the other party can decrypt it with a private key that is kept secret.
At Springbok Casino, we use both types of encryption and security technologies for different purposes. For our website and mobile app, we use symmetric encryption with SSL certificates that are issued by trusted authorities. These certificates verify our identity and ensure that you are connecting to our legitimate site or app.
For our payment transactions, we use asymmetric encryption with digital signatures that are generated by our payment providers. These signatures confirm our authenticity and integrity and ensure that your payment details are not tampered with or intercepted.
Payment Methods
Online casinos offer a variety of payment methods for players to choose from. These include credit cards, debit cards, e-wallets, prepaid cards, bank transfers and more. Each payment method has its own advantages and disadvantages, such as speed, convenience, fees and limits.
Online casinos use payment gateways and processors to facilitate transactions between players and the casino. These are intermediaries that handle the verification, authorization and settlement of payments. They also comply with anti-money laundering and fraud prevention regulations.
At Springbok Casino, we accept a range of payment methods for your convenience. You can use Visa, Mastercard, Skrill, Neteller, EcoPayz, EasyEFT, Bitcoin and more. We also accept South African Rand as our main currency, so you don’t have to worry about exchange rates or conversion fees!
Payment methods are not only used for online casinos, but also for other applications that require online payments, such as online shopping, online gaming, online streaming and more. Payment methods can be classified into two types: card-based and cardless.
Card-based payment methods use physical or virtual cards that are linked to your bank account or credit line. Cardless payment methods use digital wallets or cryptocurrencies that are stored on your device or online platform.
At Springbok Casino, we use both types of payment methods for different purposes. For our card-based payment methods, we use Visa and Mastercard, which are the most widely accepted and trusted cards in the world. These cards offer fast and secure transactions, as well as fraud protection and chargeback rights.
For our cardless payment methods, we use Skrill, Neteller, EcoPayz and EasyEFT, which are some of the most popular e-wallets in South Africa. These e-wallets offer instant and convenient transactions, as well as low fees and high limits. We also use Bitcoin, which is the most popular cryptocurrency in the world. Bitcoin offers anonymous and decentralised transactions, as well as low fees.
Random Number Generators
One of the most important aspects of online casinos is the fairness of the games. How do you know that the outcomes are not rigged or manipulated in any way? The answer is random number generators, or RNGs. These are complex algorithms that produce random and unpredictable results for every spin, roll, deal or draw.
RNGs are constantly tested and audited by independent third parties to ensure that they are fair and reliable. At Springbok Casino we use certified RNGs for all our games so you can rest assured that every outcome is truly random and fair.
RNGs are not only used for online casino games though, but also for other applications that require randomness, such as cryptography, simulations, statistics and more. They can be classified into two types: pseudo-random and true random.
Pseudo-random number generators use mathematical formulas or pre-determined sequences to generate numbers that appear random but are actually predictable if you know the formula or the seed value. True random number generators use physical phenomena or natural events to generate numbers that are truly random and unpredictable, such as atmospheric noise, quantum fluctuations or radioactive decay.
At Springbok Casino, we use both types for different purposes. For our online casino games, we use pseudo-random number generators that are based on advanced cryptographic algorithms. These RNGs produce numbers that are indistinguishable from true randomness and have a very high level of security.
For our promotions and tournaments we use true random number generators that are based on natural sources of entropy. These RNGs produce numbers that are completely unpredictable and have a very high level of fairness.
Our Gaming Software Technology
Online casinos offer a variety of games for players to choose from. These include slots, table games, video poker, scratch cards, keno, roulette and more. Each game has its own rules, strategies, payouts and features. It is standard for casinos to use software providers to supply them with games that are designed and developed by experts in the field.
Software providers are companies that create and license games to online casinos. They also ensure that the games are compatible with different devices and platforms. At Springbok Casino, we use SpinLogic Gaming as our main software provider. SpinLogic is one of the leading software providers in the industry, with over 20 years of experience and hundreds of games in their portfolio.
Online games are not only used for online casinos, but also for other applications that require online gaming such as social gaming, educational gaming, gamification and more. Online casino games can be classified into two types: RNG-based and skill-based.
RNG-based games use random number generators to determine the outcomes of the games, such as slots, roulette or keno. Skill-based games use player’s skills or knowledge to influence the outcomes of the games, such as blackjack and poker – although an RNG still randomly determines which cards are dealt.
At Springbok Casino, we offer games in both categories. In terms of strictly-RNG-based games, we offer SpinLogic’s slots with various themes, features, jackpots and progressive prizes. You can also play European Roulette, board games, shooting games and keno. These are commonly referred to games of chance.
When it comes to skill-based games, we feature SpinLogic table games and video poker, which are some of the most realistic and challenging games in the market. SpinLogic’s table games and video poker offer various variants, rules, strategies and payouts. An RNG will deal the cards – but your knowledge can affect the outcome.
We hope you enjoyed our 'behind the scenes' article and learned something new about the fascinating tech that drives online casinos. Remember that all of our games are compatible with mobile devices, so you can enjoy a high-tech gaming experience at Springbok Casino... on the go!
