Sounds like it could be a slightly corrupt modem driver. I was getting
the "port is open" message - and re-installing mine fixed it.
                          Rick Glazier

From: "apiscopo" <[log in to unmask]>
> I know the Phone Line is good.  I've checked it may ways and used
> it and I've changed the wire to the modem.  Sometimes I get the
> message that the "Port Is Being Used".  I don't know by whom or
> what!  The modem is good - and I'm sure of that.  Does that ring
> any bells with anyone?

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