I had to create my resolv.conf from scratch, not a big deal and I have apt-get lynx-ssl and vim...so I am on my way...thanks for the help.... also, how do I apt-get X? And, what other packages should I apt-get? thanks to all!!! -Chris ===== Winning an argument on the internet is like getting 1st place at the Special Olympics ***************************************** GAIM ID: cmmiller1973 ***************************************** __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Web Hosting - establish your business online http://webhosting.yahoo.com -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]