Why does a Forex trader need a VPS?
There are two reasons why the average Forex trader would use a VPS: 1) Many Forex traders run Expert Advisors or other automated trading strategies. These automated trading systems need to run 24 hours a day on a solid and stable platform to avoid problems with trade execution. By using a VPS, you are avoiding any typical glitches or problems found in a home computer or personal Internet connection. Also, the latency/ping time is much less running from a VPS allowing MetaTrader to catch quotes and execute trades faster. 2) Even if a Forex trader uses no automated systems and only trades manually, their personal Internet connection may be poor. Perhaps you use a wireless, satellite, or dial-up service. These types of Internet connections can drastically affect the performance of MetaTrader while it attempts to place orders on the market. By using a VPS for manual trading, you are eliminating any latency or connectivity issues your personal Internet connection may have.
