In terms of fairness, the most important components of the best gambling software is a little mechanism called the Random Number Generator (RNG) and the source code. Think of the source code as being the DNA of the platform and the RNG as being the brains behind the system. The source code is what gambling software developer will program into the platform and is essentially what makes the software fair or unfair. In other words, a good source code ensures you will be playing with odds that are even better than in a Las Vegas land-based casino for example. It directly impacts casino payout percentage, which is the ratio of real money wagered to amounts of money paid out. In other words, a 97% payout entails that 97% of all bets made were paid back to players – the remaining 3% naturally going back to the operator and keeping the casino in business. Third parties usually prepare payout percentage reports and audit recorded logs showing all wager results, including wager amounts and winnings.

In order for a software platform to be deemed inherently fair, the source code must be put under the microscope at a testing facility. Fairness is achieved by running hundreds of thousands of hands for each game. Again, if fair odds are programmed into each game, winning hands versus losing hands will be reflected accordingly.

Running hand simulations is also what determines whether the random number generator is functioning properly or not. As mentioned, the RNG is like the brains of the software. It is what determines (in a split second) whether a hand will win or lose. Based on the source code, the RNG job is to dish out winning and losing hands in a completely random and unpredictable manner. Software testing houses plot the results of hundreds of thousands of hand simulations in order to determine does it operate properly. If the results are in line with statistical norms, that means the RNG is good to go, and players are getting a fair gambling experience. When hand deviations do not match up with norms, well then, it is likely rigged only to pay out for certain bets.

If you are concerned about the fairness of software, you are always welcome to play live dealer games in the online casino. In this way, you will eliminate any issues that may arise regarding the fairness of RNG. This problem may occur while playing all other HTML5 or Flash games such as slot machines, poker, popular table games like blackjack or whatever game you prefer. Although the majority of platforms we mention above have live dealer games in the offer, the list of software companies offering them is quite a big but the most popular is Evolution Gaming. It is the most used software amongst UK casino players while RTG and Vivo Gaming share the second place by popularity in the USA.

As you can see, it is important to verify that the software platform of the casino you are playing at is tested by an independent auditor or software testing facility. Auditors can be eCOGRA, Gaming Associates, Certified Fair Gaming, Technical Systems Testing (TST) and BMM International. Usually, the software is being audited for monthly payout percentages.

The other important component of casino gaming software is that it delivers a secure interface for making financial transactions. While this is also contingent on the security of the software servers (SSL - Secure Socket Layer servers), it is important that the software has a built-in cashier payment management that securely syncs with motherboard servers and encrypts transmitted information with 128-bit encryption technology.

What this means is that all of your information is encrypted before it leaves your computer and travels over the internet, which keeps it from being stolen by hackers. When it arrives at the other end, it is then decrypted and stored on the casino's servers. To recognise such an interface the next time you are shopping online or going to the website of an online casino, look at the web address of the page you are about to send your personal information. It should begin with an HTTPS as opposed to just an HTTP. When sending your information through a casino platform, there is nothing to verify that your connection is secure, other than knowing it is built with the technology mentioned above.

All reputable software companies must be licensed to operate in specific jurisdictions. For example, RTG is licensed in Curaçao because their casino partners usually target USA players. In comparison, NetEnt's list of licenses is much broader because they target many more countries including the UK, Denmark, Spain, Romania and the Czech Republic.