MW.......may I assume that a lengthy post written by you extolling the vitures of Mr. Gates ain't in the cards anytime soon? <g>
As for options, well if you like volatility, that's your game. I am reminded of some very sage advice when I first got into the stock market.......options traders are always on the wrong side of the money.
If you do trade them, good luck. Let me know how you do. If you become successful, please let me know how so I can coattail your program.