Cstrader>>Yes, and more generally, what are these systems? They seem to mimic evolutionary processes... how are they applied to optimization? And how do we know that they work well for our particular needs -- are financial markets and Darwinian evolution really the same processes? Any sources, references appreciated. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The volitility of markets is due in large part to the "FEAR and GREED" and "FIGHT or FLIGHT" emotions that were very beneficial for the survival of early man on this earth. Ron D
