Dear Listers, Herb Clark of Florida spotted the problem. He suggested I reduced my browser's security settings, I dropped my security settings from 'Low' to 'Lower' and all was fine. I was able to check out my ancestors while big brother checked out me !!! Mark Urry Marans, France. URRY Family History at http://www.marcireau.fr/urry/ BASTIANI Family History at http://www.marcireau.fr/bastiani/