The key in the article: “...and miscalculated progressive jackpots always to the players’ detriment...”
Duh. That is why only fools play slots thinking they will EVER come out ahead in the long run. Playing for fun is different.
In the 1990’s I saw a 60 minutes episode on electronic gaming. The one interesting point in the story is that one computer programmer, who was working with authorities regarding software design, was GUNNED DOWN in his homes driveway.
That told me all I need to know about electronic gaming and why I would NEVER put a single penny in a slot machine.
What did they think a One Armed Bandidt would be programmed to do?
Here is a link to a story that covers this in detail. In my opinion, many of Harris’s statements are incorrect.
http://www.americancasinoguide.com/Tips/Slots-Honest.shtml
and not one lawyer has filed a class action suit on this...