>hi all!
>
>i'd like to know if there is a way to disable the minimize/maximize buttons when you pop-up a new window. any help would be great, thanks!

Yes, there is 3rd parameter to window.open() for this (minimize/maximize)
See:
Instant IE4 DHTML Programmers Reference (IE4 Edition)
Chapter 7 - Creating New Windows and Dialogs
http://comet.it.bond.edu.au/books/dhtmlie/ch07_2.htm

HTH