This should be in the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) list, if not already. The term 'foo bar' is derived from the WWII acronymn FUBAR, or F--ked Up Beyond All Recognition. -- Arthur W. Neilson III | ARPA: art at pilikia.pegasus.com Bank of Hawaii Tech Support | UUCP: uunet!ucsd!nosc!pegasus!pilikia!art