Whether betting at the track, at an off track betting location, online, or at a race and sportsbook in Nevada or Atlantic City, wagers are laid the same basic way everywhere. Most venues offer several options for bettors, ranging from standard betting windows staffed by ticket writers to automated betting kiosks, online betting, or wagering through a handheld device. In Nevada, many race books and sportsbooks now have betting apps for smartphones and tablets that let people wager from funds deposited in advance, and many race tracks and other betting venues have websites where bettors can deposit money and wager on tracks across the country. For beginning bettors, it is usually best to avoid the kiosks and electronic devices until gaining a solid understanding of the various bet types.