A slot is a specific position within a database table. It is a way for tables to be accessed and modified by queries. BigQuery uses a dynamic process to determine which slots can be used at any given time, re-evaluating capacity demands as they change in the query’s dynamic DAG. This allows BigQuery to automatically pause or re-allocate the required slots as needed, without interrupting the query.

Paytable

A pay table is an essential piece of information that helps slot players understand how the game works and what it means to land a winning combination. They were originally displayed prominently on the machine itself, but they’ve since become a key component of digital screens, especially for online games. They typically offer details on symbols, payouts, bonus features and jackpots. They can also include a breakdown of how the different paylines work and what happens if you land certain combinations.

A common myth is that a machine that hasn’t paid off recently is due to hit soon, and this can lead to people getting greedy or betting more than they can afford to lose. In fact, casino staff can’t know which machines are “hot” as there are many of them in operation and they don’t have the time to monitor each one during their shifts. They’re also not allowed to place “hot” machines in the middle of the aisles or at the end of the aisle as this would encourage people to play them, skewing the results.