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Bingo And The Online Social Revolution

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Online gambling is an ever growing phenomenon, and since the ban on smoking in public places along with the rise in alcohol prices, more and more people are choosing to stay at home for a cheap night in that has a lot of fun to offer. This article takes a look at some of the online gambling favourites such as bingo and poker and discusses the new social frenzy behind the new night out indoors.

Bingo has long been the nation’s favourite past time, and although the popularity of the game dwindled during the 1980s, it made a stunning comeback during the 1990s, with plenty of celebrity endorsement to accompany it. Following a massive media boost, along with a smoking ban, online bingo games became ever more popular, especially among the younger generations, and there are now a multitude of sites that include a plethora of social forums.

Taking a brief moment to browse these sites, it is evident that there is more to a game of bingo than matching up some numbers and winning some cash. The social interactions between forum members runs deep, and topics of discussion often veer from the topic of bingo and related sites. It seems that some of these people may not have a chance to get out and socialise due to financial constraints, or living in a rough area.

Sites such as these offer a lifeline to isolated individuals, and offer a way to connect with the outside world. Poker is another online gambling phenomenon that has got bigger by the day it seems according to television advertising. Once again, the restrictions on public smoking and the price of alcohol have encouraged many people to become members of online poker forums and form a connection with other players.

Rather creating isolation, as many people thought would happen, online bingo and poker has in fact created a new social network for people. Studies have shown that people who interact via new technologies show increased happiness compared to a time when they had little communication at all. The levels of happiness are comparable to people who have what is considered a normal social network, indicating that friendships formed via forums online are a valid form of social interaction.

At the end of the day, any technology that helps people feel part of a group, and that creates a sense of belonging is worth promoting, and for many people that choose to join gambling sites, the emphasis is more on meeting people than gambling away their earnings.

Dom Donaldson is a gambling expert.
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