      Third is the connection options that these brokers offer to customers.For the most part, the Internet is the only option offered to traders. TheInternet itself (as many of you already know) is often unstable andunpredictable. This is not to say that it does not work at all. In fact,depending upon the Internet Service Provider (ISP), the geographic area,and the method of connection (dial-up analog modem, ISDN, cable modem,etc.) the Internet can be very stable and reliable most of the time. Keepin mind, however, that even the most stable Internet connections can beslow or fail during times of high traffic. The only way to eliminate theshortcomings of the Internet is to not use it.