 The end of the cycle of the Intel and AMD processors that have been out for the last 3 years is now at hand. Both companies have released the new replacement dual-core processors. Should you, as a trader, now move to these new processors?
First, these new dual-core processors are excellent for the multi-tasking that the trader usually does. For example, the average day trader has his or her eSignal program running with multiple charts all the time.The trader is also watching two or more multiple monitors and keeps up with the current news from selected sites. He or she might even listen to a trading chat room on the Internet.
Additionally, the active trader runs email and, maybe, a Yahoo Instant Messenger program on the side. So, the system must be protected from viruses with a software program like Norton Anti-Virus.
All of this takes tremendous resources from the CPU in the computer.
If you use one of the new dual-core processors, the computer provides two execution cores in one physical processor, allowing the platform to do more in less time while allowing you to enjoy smooth interaction with the computer. You can run multiple programs at the same time without stressing out the computer. This gives you more efficient processing and a better running computer.
The dual-core processors do have one disadvantage, and that is that they run much warmer and, therefore, are noisier. To eliminate this problem, many use the new, excellent Sonata Heat Pipe 120mm CPU Cooler System constructed especially for trading computers. It allows a dual-core trading computer to run cool and quietly.
Finally, one more benefit to be considered is that these new computers have an advanced video card system. They are designed to reach higher levels of performance through PCIe slot technology, which can run multiple screens 100% faster than previous video cards. These video card systems are perfect for traders. They can power multiple-panel screens, from 1 to 16 monitors. The screens can be from 15 inches to 24 inches in size with no problem. Ergonomic multiple-monitor stands are also available.
Therefore, I believe that the performance of the dual-core trading systems justifies the cost a trader incurs by upgrading at this time. Some computer manufacturers, such as Sonata, even have an upgrade plan, making the whole upgrade process easier. This allows a trader to return a Sonata computer and have it upgraded to the current technology at a much reduced price. |
