Dave, Have you tried using the FC (file compare) command line utility that ships with Windows? It works like this:
FC file1 file2 I use this utility to verify that 2 files are the same or different. The difference output is worthless, but if you just need a binary answer, then this utility can help you confirm whether you're actually patching your executable or not. Malcolm _______________________________________________ Post Messages to: ProFox@leafe.com Subscription Maintenance: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profox OT-free version of this list: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profoxtech ** All postings, unless explicitly stated otherwise, are the opinions of the author, and do not constitute legal or medical advice. This statement is added to the messages for those lawyers who are too stupid to see the obvious.