{"id":1021035,"date":"2021-10-08T16:17:07","date_gmt":"2021-10-08T23:17:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tradingheroes.com\/?p=1021035"},"modified":"2022-12-04T02:53:55","modified_gmt":"2022-12-04T09:53:55","slug":"run-windows-on-mac-trading","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tradingheroes.com\/run-windows-on-mac-trading\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Way to Run Windows on a Mac for Trading"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are some trading programs that only run on Windows. However, Windows has so many issues that refuse to use it as my daily operating system.<\/p>\n

Therefore, I've experimented with many different ways to run Windows on a Mac and I'm going to share the best method with you here.<\/p>\n

The best way to run Windows on a Mac is to purchase a dedicated mini Windows PC or tablet, then use Remote Desktop on a Mac to access the Windows PC. This method completely eliminates compatibility issues and doubles your processing power.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

But there are a lot of questions that come up when it comes to setting this up.<\/p>\n

So in this tutorial, I'll give you the simple 2-step process to setting up your own dedicated Windows trading computer.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Purchase and Set Up a Dedicated Windows PC<\/h2>\n

The first step is to purchase a small Windows PC. Just purchase something that you can afford and has the most recent version of Windows.<\/p>\n

You don't need to have the most powerful computer in the world.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Any computer built in the last 3 years will work great.<\/em><\/p>\n

The only time that you would need a top of the line computer is if you're going to run complex automated trading algorithms.<\/p>\n

If you want more details on the specs to look for in a new trading computer, read this tutorial<\/a>.<\/p>\n

But if you simply want to run MetaTrader<\/a> or Forex Tester<\/a>, then any decent desktop computer will do. You can get a good used one for around $100 to $200.<\/p>\n

If cost isn't an issue for you, then buy the best you can find.<\/p>\n

The minimalist in me prefers to have a computer that takes up as little space as possible, so I can tuck it away in a corner somewhere or hide it behind my monitor.<\/p>\n

These small computers also use less electricity than full-sized computers.<\/p>\n

I would suggest getting either a small form factor (SFF) computer or a tablet that runs desktop Windows.<\/strong><\/p>\n

SFF Computers<\/h3>\n

\"SFF<\/p>\n

A SFF computer usually measures about 9 inches squared and 2 inches high.<\/p>\n

The best part about these computers is that they have a lot of processing power, especially if you buy a computer that was made within the last 3 years.<\/strong><\/p>\n

So you'll never have to worry about the speed of the computer because most trading programs are pretty lightweight and don't require a powerful processor. Just make sure that you have at least 8GB of memory.<\/p>\n

You can also purchase older computers that can work just as well for your needs.<\/p>\n

I would currently suggest looking at 2 lines of computers:<\/p>\n