Modern pub fruit machines are computerised but the basic gameplay is the same as ever. Put the correct amount of money in the coin slot and press the Start button (or pull the lever on an old-style one-armed bandit) to spin the reels.

It is often used in modular networking devices. Slot: A slot is a space within a chassis or device where a module or card can be inserted. It provides the physical and electrical connections for the module or card to function within the larger networking device.

The "slot machine" term derives from the slots on the machine for inserting and retrieving coins. "Fruit machine" comes from the traditional fruit

on the spinning reels such as lemons and cherries.