your meticulous explanation of the events had me in awe saajha. reminded me of my own experiences...keep it coming....i see a new talent in the making here. :). so, linux savvy huh? oh, how i wished to master the administration but alas! i still struggle with shell programming... LooTe P.S. i think i have talked with you somewhere...may be in chat ? your nick sounds familiar..i am sorry if i am mistaken but that chatting was sweet and unforgetful :).