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.79Graphics and multi monitor setupScreen size is very critical for traders.The more you have, thebetter.You want to be able to display multiple charts, level 2windows, and order entry etc.on your computer screen.It isvery important to have all the information right in front of youwhen you need it.Minimized windows often just causeconfusion and take critical time away.That s why many traderswork with multiple computer screens on one or more computers.You will be able to extend your desktop over to the othermonitors and move your mouse from screen to screen.It is veryeasy to attach multiple monitors to your computer.There aretwo ways of doing so.The easiest option is to just addadditional graphic cards to your computer.Windows (win 98 orhigher) will recognize the card(s) and enable you (after installingall the drivers for the card) to extend your desktop automatically.The other option is to use one card that supports multiplemonitors itself.There are cards available that allow you toattach up to four monitors to them.This is supposed to be asafer option since you are less likely to run into hardwareinterference; however I have never had a problem with multiplecards.Another reason for a card that supports multiple monitorscan be that you have no free slots available for additional cards.I would suggest using multiple cards rather than buying one ofthe more expensive multi monitor cards and rather invest themoney saved into a good computer monitor.I would adviceevery trader to work with at least 2 monitors and a screenresolution of at least 1024 by 768 pixels.Make sure you buy the right graphic card that fits into yourcomputer.There are 2 types of slots used, either AGP or PCI.Most systems need a PCI graphic card in order to enablemultiple monitors.Please consult your computer specialist fordetails.80MonitorsThe quality of the monitors you are using is very criticalespecially when you want to work with higher resolutions thanthe standard 1024 by 768 pixel resolution.The higher theresolution you use, the more you will be able to display on yourscreen, since objects get smaller.You will have exactly fourtimes the screen space by setting your 800 by 600 pixelresolution to a resolution of 1600 by 1200 pixel.Most moderngraphic cards can handle screen resolutions of 1600 pixels orhigher.The problem is with the monitor though.Many of thelower quality screens are capable of handling high resolutionstechnically, but the quality of the picture gets very bad, causingyour eyes to tear after only a little awhile.If your monitor iscapable of handling a 1600 pixel resolution you can usuallyexpect the picture to turn more and more unclear once youcross the 1280 pixel mark.Make sure to get a high qualityscreen that offers more resolution than you actually need andthat has a high refresh rate.Please try different models in thestore at higher resolutions; you will be amazed about thedifferences.Flat panel monitors are usually very good for theeyes but it is harder to get them with high resolutions.Internet connectionIn the world of high-speed DSL and cable connections thissubject certainly has become less and less of an issue.Whenyou are using one of the high-speed connections you usuallydon t have to worry about a slow connection on your side.Lostconnections and outgages still occur though, that s why I wouldstrongly advise you to have a backup ISP (a regular dial up isfine).In case there are any problems you can still connectthrough the regular dial up line and close out positions etc.Especially for faster paced trades I would strongly advise youthough, to call your broker immediately and have him close allyour open positions if there is a connection problem.81Remember, without a connection you are blind; you don t knowwhat is happening and are at risk of not being able to keep yourstops! For people who do not have access to high speedInternet, a regular 56K dial up line is usually fine.Depending onhow far away you live from the next telecom switch yourconnection speed might be much lower that 56K though, and itmight be impossible for you to trade.In case your dial upconnection is too slow and prices are not updating fluently andget stuck, please try different ISPs.I would stay away fromInternet services that require you to have access software suchas AOL.Access should be available thru a regular dial upnetwork connection.LaptopsIf you whish to trade from a Laptop, you usually run into twoproblems.1.Screen resolution and 2.Adding additionalmonitors.Many laptop models allow you connect a separatemonitor to your screen.Please make sure you can also expandyour desktop to that screen.Tip: right click on the desktop andgo to settings.There should be two monitors displayed and anoption asking you to extend your desktop.If there is only onemonitor then you can t extend the desktop and you will only beable to display the same information on both screens.Youprobably won t have a hard time finding a Laptop allowing the 2-monitor option, high screen resolution however is hard to find
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