Hi there, I`m a Log4J newbie, so this is probably a very stupid question. I`m currently using Log4J in a number of classes, each class having its own Category. However, in one class I would like to turn off debug for the entire suite of classes, not just the current class. I need to be able to do this from the software, not Log4J config file. I`ve tried the following with no success: cat.getRoot().getHierarchy().disableDebug(); Have I missed something really obvious?! On a related note, I notice that through getHierarchy() I can disableDebug(), yet there is no corresponding enableDebug() or similar. Is there any way around having to enableAll()? Finally, is there a Log4J FAQ / mail archive for future reference? TIA, Richard. -- Richard Crawford <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> AePONA Ltd. Interpoint Building 20-24 York Street, Belfast BT15 1AQ, N.Ireland Phone: +44 2890 275238 Fax: +44 2890 269111 "In my rugby shirt signed by Justin Hayward I will rule the world... Playing Risk" --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]