The first records of a lottery date back to Ancient China, between 205 BC and 187 BC. These records show that people began playing the lottery to fund important government projects, including the Great Wall of China. Lotteries were later introduced to the Roman Empire, where they served as entertainment during dinner parties. Emperor Augustus even organized the first commercial lottery, whose profits were used to repair the City of Rome. However, not all lottery enthusiasts believe in luck.

Fortunately, online lotto websites exist in most states. While their primary utility is to let players see their winning numbers, contact information, and locations, they are increasingly expanding their service offerings by adding Instant Games. These are casino-like games that let players wager real money without leaving the comfort of their own home. These games are available on the web or as mobile apps. And with the number of lottery enthusiasts growing, so too does the number of games available online.

One drawback of lottery apps is that you have to download them onto your device, and then periodically update them. This takes up precious storage space on your device, and can annoy you. Additionally, if you’d prefer to play the lottery on your desktop, an app would be a better choice. However, it’s important to note that lottery apps are not a good choice for all players. If you’re new to playing the lottery, it’s always a better choice than a desktop version.