Varalen Trading Corp. has announced a new round of comprehensive updates that promise many useful product features.
One of VTC’s most popular products is its innovative ECN platform LPBUS. While connecting to the platform was previously possible only through a MetaTrader 4 bridge, the addition of FIX API has allowed brokers to connect any platforms to their own custom monitoring systems. This has substantially simplified order placement process times and brought VTC new clients. Today, LPBUS is in demand by brokers around the world.
Every Varalen Corp. client can now access the enhanced LPBUS engine. Not only has its efficiency been improved, but operation speeds have also been significantly boosted. As noted at VTC, the platform has become more secure and custom-tailored.
The principal difference between LPBUS versions 1.6 and 2.1 is the architecture. While previously most functions were performed on one server, in the latest version they are split between individual components, namely the trading server, access server, backup server, and history server. Thanks to this internal communication structure, the updated platform is distinguished by a high degree of reliability and efficiency.
Industry professionals understand that security and uninterrupted operation are among the most critical and valued features of a product for brokers. Therefore, these features received the greatest attention in LPBUS 2.1. In addition to the standard connection authorization, SSL authentication was implemented. Thanks to a flexible system of multilevel access permissions, each manager receives a select amount of information and functions necessary to do his or her job. It is also possible to restrict access by access servers and IP addresses.
In the update, data backup has been added as an emergency measure. Data is automatically saved if any technical failures arise and will in no way affect the performance of the platform. A built-in self-diagnostic system helps prevent any component malfunction, which generally occurs slowly and is preceded by warning signs. If a disruption occurs, the system notifies the administrator of any problem with the OS, processor, hard drive, or other components.
Also worth noting are the additional opportunities stemming from the distributed architecture of LPBUS 2.1, which allows users to create a cluster processing system for trade requests. The administrator can independently regulate the load on trade servers. Finally, a high degree of resistance to various attacks is yet another distinguishing feature of version 2.1 over 1.6. The existence of multiple access servers virtually eliminates any DoS, DDoS or other attacks on the servers. Even if this were to happen, the loss of one or several access servers will not shut down the system.
Author: Douglas Hein