^® online trading system is protected by some of the most advanced technology for Web security. We use SSL technology to secure transactions over the Internet. When you access our site using browsers that support 40 bit or 128 bit encryption, this method of security protects your communications through server authentication and data encryption. In other words, your personal information is for your eyes only.

We give you a unique user name and password that must be entered each time you log on. You can change your password online at any time.

Customer accounts are protected by the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) (www.sipc.org). SIPC provides protection up to $500,000, of which no more than $100,000 can be for claims of cash. SIPC coverage does not protect against market risk.