Bingo is gambling game when it is played for money. The player is risking some of her own money in the hopes of winning a larger amount. However, bingo does not have to be played for money; the game can also be played for fun. When the player is playing the game as a gambling game for real money that is called a real player or real money account. Many online establishments, especially since the enactment of the UIGEA in the U.S. also offer fun accounts. This is where the player must register with the online site in order to access the playing areas, but the player does not play for real money. She just plays for fun, either because of her own preferences or because of the legalities in the jurisdiction in which she resides. Most online bingo playing establishments offer some form of free play. Some offer free play as a bonus for trying their establishment. In this situation the player is urged to use the free play time to try out the features on the site and to test the software. This kind of free play is a get acquainted offer from the bingo establishment. This kind of free play offer is not only done to attract customers but to allow the customers to find out if she likes the establishment before making a deposit commitment. If it doesn't work out, it saves everyone a lot of paperwork. Players with Fun accounts are not entitled to all of the specials and promotions and other prizes, but they can still play bingo for fun.