As I suspected...
Yes, Interland looks pretty Pro. Have to check "budget limitations" with prospective clients :( Monthly fee starting at $200 (basic) is not so cheap.
Many thanks.

BTW, tek-tips is great except for that uncomfortable naughty Java window. I prefer MS Newsgroups.

>Hi Fabian,
>
>I've asked your question on tek-tips forum (it seems to be better for ASP related questions, since here it's quiet :())
>Here is a reply:
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>Not in a shared environment. But most Hosting Co's have dedicated solutions that will allow this. Start with www.interland.com
>
>They are one of the largest.
>
>ToddWW
>
>>Dear All:
>>
>>Does anyone know some ASP Hosting which allows EXE and BAT file execution in normal and SSL directories?
>>(Of course must have ODBC for VFP)
>>Thanks.