They used the same strategy when running Omega Research in '90s... before realzing they could make moree money entering the brokerage business: they did not fix the issues, just 'upgrade' the software to new 4.0, 2000, 2000i, etc. releases, more features - yes- but still buggy, obviously.
just a quick off-topic: does it exist a way to use a TT Fix adaptor to feed TradeStation -- as is widely implemented with Ninjatrader, for example? :eek:
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The way they are going at the moment, even 10RTs is risky if you do not know your net position and neither do they!
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Why do so many traders use Tradestation? What's the advantage of using them over other brokers. They seem to have numerous issues and complaints. I was considering opening an account with them but after reading several reviews I think I'll pass for now.
In answer to your question, Tradestation used to be the defacto standard for traders. It was the first viable backtesting and trading platform (just my opinion). At one point all the traders in my office used it, then unfortunately the quality of the product/service declined. In my old office the staff has largely switched from Tradestation to stripped down Linux machines using custom written apps for execution. In this last example (my previous post) the new office manager wanted to compare the Linux machines to both Tradestation and other Windows driven machines...Obviously the comparison on this date did not go well for Tradestation. Frankly if I were trading out of an office (not needing to be mobile) and I could afford the costs, I would go with a dedicated Linux machine for connection to the brokerage and execution only. For charts and other apps, I would stick with Windows. Good luck Steve
Well, the charts worked fine. I've used TS for 5 years and never placed a single trade with them, but I do sympathize with those of you who do. If you can't afford to pay TS' monthly fee and trade through a reputable boutique (read professional), then you shouldn't be in the game imo.