Here is an update to the problem I posted in December - you may find it interesting. Problem: When I start my PC and browse through the folders using Windows explorer, expanding and collapsing them, the response at first is immediate. But then it gradually deteriorates to the point where it can take 45 or 60 or more seconds just to expand a folder. If I go back and expand a particular folder on subsequent occasions the response is immediate, it's when it gets expanded the first time that the delay occurs. For example, once the problem starts, it can take a minute to simply create a new folder ! All the helpful suggestions I have received did not work: also the PC manufacturer tested every component and found no problem. But this is what I have now discovered. The problem only occurs in the folder 'My Documents'. If I take a copy of 'My Documents' and put it in an equivalent folder e.g C:\My Docs the problem disappears. So what is it that is special about 'My Documents' ? Harvey Segal ----------------------------- PCSOFT readers may enjoy a collection of free software, useful PC and Internet utilities, at <http://www.supertips.com/freesoftware.htm> Curious about the people moderating your messages? Visit our staff web site: http://nospin.com/pc/staff.html