>due to a known bug with the RESTORE FROM command in VFP 5.0a that crashes the application with an invalid page fault, staying on VFP 5.0a is not acceptable either.

I won't argue with you. You might very well be stuck. As I am sure you are aware, there are ways to simulate the SAVE TO/RESTORE FROM commands. True, not as efficient, but not enough of a problem to keep me from using VFP 5.0a.

Take care and good luck,
Joe