I guy that I work with forwarded me this link, and it is a real hoot! It starts off by the guy who originally wrote the PING code for Unix talking about PING, etc. The funny part is at the end reading the book reviews. I don't know if this is valid, but none the less entertaining. A good way to start off on a Monday! http://ftp.arl.mil/~mike/ping.html Eric L. McMasters, CCNP/CCDA OSSN - Sr. Network Engineer Phone: 913.859.1986 PCS: 913.485.9734 Fax: 913.859.1234 "Feign inferiority to encourage your enemy's arrogance. By appearing lowly and weak, you allow your enemy to let down his guard." - Sun Tzu, The Art of War ___________________________________ UPDATED Posting Guidelines: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/guide.html FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]