Well- I don't want to bring this up again for fear of angry retribution! However, today I got notice from my College that I will HAVE to use MS Project Software for my latest course unit. Period. Before getting notification about this, I had looked at the excellent Mr Project for Linux--which I believe does allow Gantt graph design (though limited at this time). Anyhow--so much for choice! I have had to wipe off my Mandrake install (which was fresh) and put on Windows ME (since I won't pay the money for XP). Straight after install, I got a BSOD; I have also had to invest in Antivirus software :-( That's something I haven't done for about two years (thanks to Linux)! Mayeb those screaming for more choice in ICT within schools and also for the end-user should keep up their good work...otherwise this damned OS will drive me MAD. Oh well- at least my laptop still has Linux on it :-) Paul