While using the dpkg-ftp option within dselect - I am able to get the few packages that I requested - HOWEVER - I also get these messages at random locations in my download session eth0: Memory squeeze, dropping packet eth0: Memory squeeze, dropping packet eth0: Memory squeeze, dropping packet eth0: CU wedged, status 0240 0000, resetting ... couldn't get a free page .... eth0: Memory squeeze, dropping packet eth0: Memory squeeze, dropping packet eth0: Memory squeeze, dropping packet Any body care to shine some light on what this is all about? Thanx in advance...