Thanks to everyone who responded regarding this strange post with the hyperlink. I was hoping that "ed gordon" was on this mailing list and that he would respond so that I would feel better opening the mail. Having had a computer and been online for many years, I can only echo Eileen's advice to me, to all newbies on the net. Never open an attachment or a hyperlink if you don't know the sender. And virus protection is an absolute must. Even with all of that, you can still get burned, so always always always be cautious. Which is why I contacted the list about this strange email. I have still not opened it, but braver soul than I, a ,member of the list, asked me to forward it to him. I am keeping my fingers crossed that all is well. Jo Hogle