Allan - Thank you for your info regarding flash sessions. That was one of the first things I learned from a friend in cyberspace. The other is the reference guide - "The Official America Online for Windows Tour Guide" by Tom Lichty, Senion Consultant and Instructor for the University of Oregon Portland Center and enthusiatic member of the online community, he may be reached at MajorTom on America Online, or [log in to unmask] on the Internet (great gift idea!). This book is published by Ventana Press, cost $19.95 (fully updated for Version 2.5)