Stock Markets Exposed - Has anyone tried online stock trading/buying? What are the differences between the on line trading companies?

Has anyone tried online stock trading/buying? What are the differences between the on line trading companies?

Overall, online brokers are highly similar. Here are a list of things to consider: 1) Research tools made availabile by the broker. FIDELITY gets high marks for this. E*Trade also offers decent research tools. 2) Trading costs: will range from $7 to $20, depending on volume. TD Ameritrade and Scottrade are known to offer lower fees. Good luck.