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Well I called IB and they think a firewall is my problem. Thanks anyway guys. I might be able to get access through approval by corporate. Our internet is regulated by our company. LN

I can't find "Internet Options" in my Control Panel. Also, I may have a firewall because this computer is at work. If so, is there any way to get around it? Legally of course! LN

I was trying to open an account w/ IB. I tried to log onto the trade demo and it said, "This is a demo version. Please click the Login button below to proceed." But there is no "Login" button. So I read further... "If the Login screen does not appear, click on the puzzle-piece icon below to...

I am just starting out. I was just thinking about opeaning an account with Datek Online so I thought I would post a thread. I only have $600.00 to start out and I want to do realitively short term option plays that have made me money on paper. My job gives me access to a computer, Datek seems...

That does sound dangerous!

OK, I understand what you mean now. Thanks again. LN

I seems like I am always hearing about how risky selling puts is. This doesn't seem risky at all (if you pay close attention, especially at the time of expiration). Am I missing something? Thanks, LN

If I sell a naked put... say WXYZ is @ 55.00 and I sell the 60 put and recieve 7.50. If at the time of expiration the stock is @ 56.50 (or somewhere in the money)I will get the stock put to me right? So, when the stock is put to me can I immedately sell it or is there some holding rule that I...

Thanks for the advice guys. I will keep focused.

mgregor Respectively, I realize that, but I am mentally trying to establish a long term goal. Plus, its really intresting! I love talking and reading about this kind of stuff.

zboy Thanks for the help! LN

rtharp Can this protect you from a law suit? Just curious, LN

rtharp What to you mean exactly when you refer to certin types of options and use the term "liquid". I have heard this term befor, but don't exactly know what it means. Just want to be on the same page as everyone else! Thanks, LN

dozu888 I hope you reach your goal. Does anyone actually have or know enyone with an established corperation set up for tax pourposes? Wade Cook (I hate to use the W word) advertises a seminar to set up a "Nevada Corperation" and I have seen books about setting up corperations at the book store.

Thanks ZBOY your comments are valued and apprecated. One other example I have been wondering about... What if you are writing a covered call on stock trading at 50. You write the 55 strike and then a week later the stock moves up to 56. What are the chances of being called out. I mean...

I am trying to learn some of the stratagies I've read about. I am not sure If I am practicing correctly. When I write a call\put should I write down the bid? I have never actually placed a trade, I'm embarrest to admit. Any advice about paper trading out there? Is this just a waste of time?

Even though it is fun to dream, it's nice to get a hard shot of reality. It lets you know what you're really dealing with. I am young (22), but I do have a wife and son, and another baby on the way. All of your comments are much appreciated. Thanks again for the insight. LN

Thanks for the info. Very inspirational! LN

To anyone who is not shy... I am relatively new to all this, but I have always wondered. Does anyone here make a living by only trading? Just wondering if it is possible. Hope I'm not getting too personal!

Thanks for the advice guys. I have had my doubts about Wade and his "stock market miricles". On a positive note, reading three of his books did give me a basic understanding of what an option actually was. I'm a greeny trying to dodge as many bullets as possible while feeding my new found...