Patrick, This is a little bit off topic, but I remember you used "gum stick" Linux boxes for sensors in the Gulf of Mexico. Is there in report of how they fared during the 2 hurricanes? -- Tom Hayden III Coherent solutions for chaotic situations tom.hayden.iii at mail.airmail.net 214-435-4174 1531 San Antone ln. Lewisville Texas 75077