My Father's computer disconnects periodically from Internet. In the past somebody said that there is an initialization string that can resolve this. The explanation was that there was break in the carrier signal and if you add the initialization string appropriately you can tell the modem not to disconnect unless the the carrier signal drops out for a longer period of time. Does anybody know what this initialization string is for extending this time? Thanks! -- John H. Miller Miller Technical Services [log in to unmask] Unite for Campaign Finance Reform! - http://oneperson-onevote.com/ Voice your opinion! - http://www.cybercivic.com/ Curious about the people moderating your messages? Visit our staff web site: http://nospin.com/pc/staff.html