-----Original Message-----
From: Iain Lang <[log in to unmask]>


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>[SNIP]
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>1 - Since applying the DUN patch, my call-up sequence now waits for
>anything up to 1 minute "Logging onto network".  If it's necessary, fine;
>if it isn't, woss happ'ning??
>

Only your ISP knows for sure.

>2 - My newsreader is Agent (v1.5/32.451) and I often become dis-connected
>from my ISP during long downloads.  Is this a failing in Agent (I'd
rather
>not change!) or a hiccough in DUN processes?
>

Again, talk to your ISP.

>3 - Is there an independent winsock that's thought to better than
>Microsoft's built-in DUN thing-y?  If so, where can I get it and how do I
>apply it?
>

Yes, there are several third party dialers.  Since I've never had a
problem with DUN, I've never explored the other software.

>4 - Does any of that make sense??!!
>
Sure, all of it does.

Also, notice the change in the subject line, since this has nothing to do
with speed <grin>.

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