>BUT, when i run Visual Interdev and try to open a project, the wizard asks for 'Server'. The combo box is empty. Typing the ip address or machine name or 'localhost' all give error 'Unable to connect to server'. BUT when i choose 'Tools-View link on www' from VI menu and type the same in address box, it shows the links !

Like I said, you can't connect to PWS with VI unless you install the Front Page extensions. Run your VI setup and go to 'server stuff' (forgot the actual name) and install Front Page extensions.

BOb