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What MacBook is best to use as a "Dedicated Crypto Trading Machine?"

What Macbook is best to use as a "Dedicated Crypto Trading Machine?"

I currently use a MacBook Pro Max for everyday use, however, I am looking to purchase a new laptop that will ONLY be used (for security purposes) to trade Crypto & Stocks. The only software or apps I will need to add to it or use on it will be: a VPN (not sure if Apple offers one with a built-in VPN, but any advice or recommendations on this would be greatly appreciated); a Hardware Wallet; Google Chrome; MetaMask.io; Rabby.io; Anti-Spyware/Anti-Malware/Anti-Phishing/Any other security suggestions. I will NOT be syncing any other devices, connecting any other devices, taking calls, accessing text messages, syncing to Apple/iCloud/Google/ore anything else for that matter; nor will I be accessing any other browsers, email, chat forums, social media sites, etc. Strictly using it only for Crypto & Stock trading. Any suggestions or advice for finding the best laptop for this purpose?


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MacBook Pro (M4)

Posted on Feb 28, 2025 8:04 AM

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Posted on Mar 3, 2025 1:42 PM

Any Mac should do for trading.


Unless you're trying to use services not available in your geographic area, VPNs are not necessary. They don't add the security you think they do.


Don't use VPN services.


And Macs have built-in security software.


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Protecting against malware in macOS - Apple Support


Of course, adding Chrome to your computer will compromise your security and privacy. If you can, use Safari.

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User profile for user: IdrisSeabright
IdrisSeabright
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Mar 3, 2025 1:42 PM in response to Zosaxon

Any Mac should do for trading.


Unless you're trying to use services not available in your geographic area, VPNs are not necessary. They don't add the security you think they do.


Don't use VPN services.


And Macs have built-in security software.


Effective defenses against malware and ot… - Apple Community

Protecting against malware in macOS - Apple Support


Of course, adding Chrome to your computer will compromise your security and privacy. If you can, use Safari.

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User profile for user: Grant Bennet-Alder
Grant Bennet-Alder
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Mar 5, 2025 3:48 PM in response to Zosaxon

<< Google Chrome; >>


Some senior contributors here are of the Opinion, that if you insist on running google Chrome, the ONLY hardware that should be considered is a Chromebook.


Think about that. Its not such a far-fetched idea.


On the other hand, protection is probably FAR better on a Mac (BEFORE you add your listed so-called protection software), and if you can find a a way to NOT use Chrome, your privacy would be far better as well.

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