David: Thanks for the information. I suspected it was a false alarm but one never knows. I was alerted to the HARE Virus which was attached to executable programs that could be downloaded and was supposed to wipe out a system disk on August 22 and September 22. However, I suspect that most of us that use the computer for only E-Mail should not be too concerned with virus activity via electronic means. BUT, if one downloads data or programs regularly, one should have a virus checker to help protect against inadvertant problems generated by those playing with less than a full deck who like to injure others. Again, thanks for the update and relieving some of our anxieties. Jack......... *********************************************************** E. Jack Savely CG for Jeannette 57/19+ Topeka, KS [log in to unmask] *********************************************************** KANSAS - 'THE WHEAT STATE' HOME OF THE SUNFLOWER AND 'TOTO' Ad Astra per Aspera - 'To the Stars through Difficulty' ***********************************************************