"Thanks for the input. The fact that it works for you guys helps me narrow down the problem. I'll probably have to grab the source code and debug the browser from scratch! Sounds like an obscure bug. "<br><br>Let me lead you through my checklist Pat:<br><br>1. Is the computer plugged in?<br>2. did I forget and use the cd rom drive as a cup holder again?<br>3. If problem is not resolved, go to the computer store and ask for help and come home having been sold a new computer that I didn't need and can't operate any better than the old one. <br><br>Hope this helps--you can see that I am truly an expert. Linux is Lucy's brother....right?