Most traders will host their cTrader automated strategies (cBots) on a Virtual Private Server (VPS), these servers do not come cheap and the memory or RAM as it is known can add to the cost. Most VPS service companies offer a low amount of RAM for the basic package, which is usually not enough for cTrader, to get just 4 GB of RAM you have to pay twice as much.
What is RAM?
Random-access memory is a form of computer data storage which stores frequently used program instructions to increase the general speed of a system. RAM is used as "temporary storage" by your computer. The amount of RAM you have determines the number of programs and services the computer can have open and running.
So what happens when your computer runs out of memory (RAM)?
When your computer runs out of memory, your computer will start to use the hard drive space for "Virtual Memory". The problem with this is that your hard drive read/write speeds are much slower than the RAM read/write speeds. You will notice your hard drive activity LED constantly flashing, and your computer will start to run slow. The more "Virtual Memory" used, the slower your computer will run.
Do You Need a Large Amount of RAM on the VPS Server?
The answer is a simple "NO", there are many things you can do to reduce the amount of memory being used by your PC or Server so that your Algorithms can run smoothly. Watch the video below which will explain how you can reduce memory usage without having to pay out large amounts of money each month.
cTrader cBot Memory Manager
The memory manager (booster) will assist you in keeping your cTrader or cAlgo trading platform memory down to a minimum while at the same time not affecting the performance.
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