I've been a lurker for a long time, very infrequently participating in discussions, however, a number of this group maybe interested in the following link, regarding Microsoft and Microsoft Windows programs. Several years ago John Madden and I got into a heated discussion regarding the Windows vs Linux situation. I haven't seen John participating in this group and I understand he recently got married. I've been a Microsoft user for many years and, of course, made a case as to why Windows is a better operating system. After reading the link below, I may have some lingering doubts as to the control that Microsoft may have on individuals, companies, and governments. I found this article very interesting. It is long but well worth the time to read it and digest what the author has discovered. http://www.hevanet.com/peace/microsoft.htm --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Computer Talk Shop http://www.computertalkshop.com Un-subscribe/Vacation, http://listoptions.computertalkshop.com List HowTo: http://faq.computertalkshop.com To join Computer Talk Shop's off topic list, please goto: http://computertalkshop.com/other_cts_lists.htm ---------------------------------------------------------------------------