Ladder?

[mcgarvey]

How does ladder work!?

I've played two multiplier games before with success however now I'm struggling to find an opponent, I joined a ladder recently although I'm not sure what it all means and the benefits on joining a ladder.

I assume I have to find my own opponents still, who are also on the ladder as well as record the results myself? How would I go about recording the outcome of a game, and can I only play other players in the boot camp ladder until proven to play with the big dogs?

Cheers in advance for any feedback!