Re NASDAQ routing: With superSOES there is now no reason to ever route SelectNET. The MM do not have to honor SelectNet (is my understanding),...
NYSE limit orders took much longer to go green this morning than what I've usually seen.
If you want to use the TV as a monitor you will need a video card with TV Out feature. Both ATI AllInwonder and NVidea are good choices. ATI has...
If you're an engineer, consider joining the IEEE. They have very good group insurance.
VIA chipsets have had lots of reported problems lately. They don't seem to perform well under stress. I'd stay away from them.
if you have spare video cables, you should try switching cables. I doubt that the monitors (if they are less than a few years old) would interfere...
I'm looking to get a 2nd LCD. In particular I'm looking for a 17" or 18" LCD with DVI (digital interface). I really like my 15" ViewSonic...
I suspect that many individuals are raising cash. What is often overlooked is that when the market is closed (like last week), you cannot sell and...
dg2000: Trading is difficult. I suggest that you do the following 1. get a program such as MetaStock or TradeStation. Code what you want to...
The "bible" on Elliot wave theory is: "Elliott Wave Principle : Key to Market Behavior" by Robert R. Prechter Jr., A. J. Frost amazon:...
I agree with your observations. Until about 6 months ago it was very vibrant. Lots of good lessons and tutorials by pro's with proven track...
I truly hope IB will provide a programatic interface to order entry that is more affordable that the current CTCI model. In particular, if IB...
WarEagle, It's imperative that you keep commisions low initially. I strongly recommend a per-share commision schedule, such as IB, Echo and...
That would be great. I was under the impression that plasma displays were extremely expensive, i.e. > $5k. I have only seen plasma displays...
I have two monitors: a 21" in Sony CRT and a 15" Viewsonic LCD. The LCD is significantly better for the eyes (no flicker, better contrast, digital...
If high leverage is what you crave, you can either go pro, or just trade futures. You'll get 10:1 in either case. Actually, I propose that IB...
For pure day traders, you don't get charged margin interest, I agree. Many pro traders also do extensive arbitrage and pairs trading, with...
It's not obvious that a strategy that works acceptably with 2:1 leverage can be traded at 10:1. Let's say that the 2:1 account has a drawdown...
Cdntrader: You have to remember that there is no free lunch. You will have to put up a deposit with the firm in order to trade. Gains and...
I hope that IB stay focused on what they do so well: a rock solid order entry and position management platform. Level II, Charts, Scanners etc....
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