here is a list of processes that I'm not sure i need if possible explain what they do i have read what they say they do in the Service Configuration i use my notebook for programming, web browsing, and web development *mDNSResponder *crond *autofs *atd *sendmail -- ******************************************************** When I'm feeling down, I like to whistle. It makes the neighbor's dog run to the end of his chain and gag himself. ************************************ Registered Linux User: #376813 jim lawrence