Liam & Richard
Thanks for all the help, most appreciated. Unfortunately I could not manage all the fixes, many functions do not work, e.g. no 'File' drop down on Windows Explorer. The 'Dial-up Connection' window keeps appearing amd then everything elso either stops or slows down. Eventually I threw the towel in and attempted to re-install W98. About halfway through the installation the 'Dial-up Connection' window comes back again and everything grinds to a halt. I suppose I need to completely wipe the C drive and start from scratch. I hope the guys who write these programs get satisfaction from their hard work, I know what would satisfy me - their gonads in a blender. (Over to Jet Blast).
Thanks again
Tone