A new trading computer runs like a Ferrari. But after you’ve been using it a while, programs and data start to accumulate. These accumulated files gradually degrade the performance of your system as you start to run out of hard disk space. You can always buy a secondary internal or external hard drive. But sometimes […]
Your trading computer holds your most valuable business assets. These include trading software, notes, market research, and more. So you need to protect your computer against disaster. Regular backups of your computer are a must. However, you need to periodically evaluate if your backup plan still makes sense given the current state of technology. A […]
Imagine starting your trading computer and seeing a message that your files are gone and you can get them back only if you pay. That’s how ransomware conducts business. Ransomware holds your computer hostage by using hacking techniques. Your data becomes unusable until you pay. If you don’t pay, the hackers destroy your information. As […]
When you are traveling from city to city, you need a reliable trading laptop. Finding power outlets is always an inconvenience, and sometimes you just can’t plug in. Lots of traders carry an extra backup battery. While that’s a good idea, you can also take some preventive measures to save power. Windows 10 laptops have […]
When you are working as a trader, you want a lean and mean working computer. But when you are a parent, you want something that is easy-to-use and safe. Microsoft has been in the personal computer business for a long time. They understand the importance of family. To better serve their family-minded customers, Microsoft has […]
If you’re like me, one of your trading goals is to have an efficient and fast trading computer to make your life easier and your trades more profitable. You may be surprised to know that Google Chrome is a must-have to help your computer perform better. According to the US Government, Chrome is the most […]
As a trader, you are dependent on your computer. Your trading computer holds all the pertinent information about your business. No matter what the operating system, you need to back it up. You might be thinking about getting special software to make the task easier. But if you aren’t ready to take that step, or […]
If you are a trader with an interest in cryptocurrency and you suddenly start noticing your trading computer is running slow, you should be suspicious. There is a new crime in town and it’s called cryptojacking. Cryptojacking is a form of cryptocurrency mining. Miners use your computer’s processing power to make money. How Does Cryptojacking […]
Although traders don’t need as much graphics power as gamers, we still need above-average graphics cards to display our many trading charts. So even if you’re not a gamer, if the price of graphics cards goes up dramatically, you could feel it in the sticker price for your next trading computer. In today’s post, I […]
If you’re like me, you’re always looking for ways to save time on simple tasks and stay focused on my trading. Here are 10 Google Search Shortcuts I recently learned about that can make computing a whole lot more enjoyable, whether you’re a trader or not. 1. MUTE Annoying Websites Have you ever gone to […]