One of the useful features of DNA testing is that it can tell you what lines you are NOT related to and sometimes what countries your family DIDN'T originate from (or at least give you the percentages). This is pretty important if you have a couple of name coincidences and research problems to deal with (or a very common surname).? You then know where you don't have to bother to research anymore. -----Original Message----- From: G. Lee Hearl <glh@naxs.com> years.. as only those three bear my surname... DNA will give you a hint as to where your ancestors may have come from; England, Scotland, Ireland, France etc.. My surname "Harrald" "Herrell" "Harrell" etc. has been in use for over a thousand years but DNA does not prove which line I may be connected to in earlier times.. GLH ________________________________________________________________________ More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! - http://o.aolcdn.com/cdn.webmail.aol.com/mailtour/aol/en-us/text.htm?ncid=aolcmp00050000000003