Slots are games of chance with symbols displayed on reels.  The objective is to spin the reels so the symbols form a winning combination in the payline(s).  The payout is dependant on the winning combination formed.   There are two types of slot machines, straight slots and progressive slots. The straight slots have fixed payouts and generally offer more payouts that a progressive machine. The progressive slots offer a jackpot and a player needs to play the maximum number of coins to be able to win the jackpot.  The reason the progressive slots pay less frequently than the straight slots is to build the jackpot.  If you follow these simple tips you can increase your chances of winning.