What is better for Forex trading: a VPS-server or a home PC

The possibility of renting a VPS-server appeared to traders quite a long time ago, almost immediately after forex trading became available to private traders via the Internet. However, the service began to gain popularity only a few years ago. Now using a VPS-server is not something exotic. But not all traders consider its use necessary, preferring the usual trading on a home computer.

How necessary is a VPS-server for Forex for private traders, and is it profitable to use it?

У Trading via a VPS-server on Forex has both advantages and disadvantages. Many traders think that a VPS-server is necessary only for those who actively use trading robots or have problems with Internet connection. However, in fact, the VPS-server for Forex has advantages that are relevant for all traders.

The advantages of using a VPS-server include the following:

• You can control trading and manage processes from anywhere in the world through it, and not just from home. The main thing is to have the Internet.
• You can connect to VPS through almost any modern gadget (phone, tablet), and not just through a computer.
• The trading terminal works stably regardless of the quality of the Internet connection or power outages.
• You can choose a VPS location next to the broker’s trading server, thereby increasing the speed of execution of your transactions.
• The trading terminal is online around the clock, and there is no need to overpay for electricity, or use expensive high-speed Internet.
• Using the VPS-server on Forex, you increase the degree of privacy and security of your trading and personal data, since only you can log in to the server using a special password.

There are also disadvantages of a VPS-server for Forex:

• You need to pay monthly for renting a VPS, but this problem can be solved by using free VPS from GoVPSFX.
• The management of a VPS-server has its own features related to the correct connection and operation, but this shortcoming can be easily corrected by studying the instructions in detail.

On the one hand, your own computer is simple and clear. Any program is easy and familiar to reinstall, and if there are any problems, you can either fix them yourself or contact specialists. If the VPS “flies”, then the trader will be completely dependent on the technical service that is engaged in troubleshooting the problem, and will not be able to influence the situation in any way. On the other hand, in case of such breakdowns and failures, large companies have emergency measures, for example, GoVPSFX will provide you with a new VPS-server for the duration of technical work. And a home PC that has been given for repair will be unavailable until it is repaired.

There is another important factor that the vast majority of traders do not take into account. A computer that works around the clock, on average, consumes energy for 5-10 dollars per month. Fast unlimited Internet costs the same amount, or even more. For the same money, you can rent a fairly powerful VPS-server for Forex with a good data transfer rate. In this case, it is not necessary to have an expensive Internet at home, and you can manage a virtual workplace from an economical laptop or even from a smartphone.