> I used WorldConnect, and found hits on a very rare surname (Yoist, in case > it matters). But then, I couldn't find any way to d/l the GEDCOMs. If the submitter of the gedcom allows it, you will be given a link to download gedcom. If there is no link to download gedcom, it is because the submitter of the data choose that download not be allowed when they set up their account. In the words of Rootsweb programers, when you place your data in World Connect "Unlike with certain other Web sites, you have full control over your GEDCOM." I would not have it any other way. On doing a Yoist surname search at World Connect I found 3 databases with this surname. One of the databases had a gedcom download option, the other two did not. You will need to contact the owner of the gedcom for further help. Fleta