Dax i hear ya, and im much in the same boat - but dont give up man, you really are catching on, and unlike most new comers you came well equipped! you asked the right questions and gave enough circumstance information for others to be able to help you - keep to your guns and you'll get there man - I'm sure of it! your questions on getting your own server up and running, and the answers that were provided, have helped many others - i know, because i referenced the threads to guide them myself keep to it man - it works out in the long run!