Server Side vs Client Side Brokers

Regarding a question sent via email:

Hey ----,

I think what you are asking is in terms of the platform type. Some execution platforms will store your order information on your own computer as opposed to on their servers. So, if your internet goes down or your computer gets turned off, or even if your browser just gets closed accidentally, then your order is lost and will not be executed. If the order is server side, however, you have greater protection in terms of being able to keep stops in play as well as orders for protecting gains, etc. Most brokers these days are now server side, but it certainly never hurts to ask to be on the safe side!

All my best,
Toni