[snip] As I mentioned in my more recent mail, this unfortunately isn't an option since I need to run on port 80 without disturbing the existing webserver, which requirse that the script be running through the webserver :( [/snip] I have been reading this thread with much interest and think that perhaps a different approach may be needed. What, exactly, are you trying to accomplish? Skip past the persistency, etc. and describe the problem for which you are seeking a solution. I have the feeling that there may be a way to do what you want with PHP if you will describe the process. -- PHP General Mailing List (http://www.php.net/) To unsubscribe, visit: http://www.php.net/unsub.php