Thanks for the info. I installed VS on my new computer and forgot the service pack in the chaos of moving.

Gary

>Hi Gary,
>there is a hot fix that dramatically increases VSS performance and is available by contacting Microsoft Support.
>
>See http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/Q228/9/27.asp
>
>Note - when you call support, tell them right off the bat your calling for a "hot fix" which is typically free, and save the time lag of instigating the usual support log record.