That's fine peter, I'm pretty fortunate that I enjoy what I do at work (and where I work). This is mainly as an opportunity to give something else a go, and most importantly give me something else to put on a CV. I'm very aware of how competitive finding work is so I'm trying to think ahead as to what I can do to improve my long-term prospects. As you say, I'd hope to actually provide some constructive help with any problems that arise, rather than just acknowledging they'd sent an email, and on the whole I reckon within 24 hours, 48 hours at most. Anyway, time to get on and actually build something... still, hopefully this resolve will continue for the next few weeks :D -- Paul "Put the key of despair into the lock of apathy. Turn the knob of mediocrity slowly and open the gates of despondency - welcome to a day in the average office." - David Brent, from "The Office" MS Messenger: paul@oobaloo.co.uk Download my PGP public key