Hi, Some folks here may be interested in a recent discussion of pre-emption in the 2.6 kernels and potential issues with it. See: http://kerneltrap.org/node/view/2702 -c -- Chris Metzler cmetzler(a)speakeasy.snip-me.net (remove "snip-me." to email) "As a child I understood how to give; I have forgotten this grace since I have become civilized." - Chief Luther Standing Bear