The best solution to the "cookie intrusion" is to install a "cookie cutter" type program. Such a program will allow web pages to install a cookie on your computer, but will automatically delete it or dump whatever it contains each time you reboot. This insures that certain web pages will let you in (it can create or modify your cookie), but it can't track your web surfing or computing habits over time. You may, however, have to manually enter passwords more often. I have "Anonymous Cookie" which was downloaded and installed some time ago. I understand this particular program is no longer available., but there are others. Check around. IMHO.. cookie files are a major intrusion by another into your personal computer.. commonly done without permission or notification. They ..do.. track personal information.. your surfing and computing habits. Those who think it's a good thing just aren't thinking it out. Where else do you allow strangers into your home to look around unannounced just because you don't want to bother to lock your door? Hey, there is a principle involved here. OK... we are off topic here. I promise to say no more on the subject. Phil .......................... Phil (pknox@earthlink.net) For some family genealogy, great links, & just plain fun... visit: http://home.earthlink.net/~pknox/