Dean, Generally, you wouldn't need a static IP address unless you are running some sort of server. Now, a server can be something as simple as a web-cam that you want to access from outside your house...and a static IP address would make that easier. Personally, I wouldn't spend the extra money. A good way to think about it is this: If you needed a static IP address, then you'd know that you needed it :) Cheers- Tony Dean Kukral wrote: > > > Why would I want to spend $5 for a static IP address?? Do you want to signoff PCBUILD or just change to Digest mode - visit our web site: http://freepctech.com/pcbuild.shtml