Jim,

>As Sergey says, it sure looks like your SWAP file is the "culprit".
See previous reply.

>Have you emptied your Recycle Bin?
regularly, thanks.


>You didn't say how much RAM you have. I mention this only because if it is quite small (128meg or less) then it looks like there is a good chance that you are actually USING the SWAP file

yep, I'm sure I am...I have 64 MB. Feel like I'm living in the dark ages!!!


>In that case, IF THE MACHINE TAKE THE KIND OF RAM NOW CHEAPLY AVAILABLE, more RAM will undoubtedly help. RAM is so cheap now (the 'right' kind) that virtually anyone can afford another 256meg (less than $50.) and 128meg is even cheaper. It will make a huge speed difference *if* you are now swapping regularly.

Thanks for that...will check into it. J