The default value for short_open_tags was flipped a while back. Might I suggest you read the changelog next time you upgrade to a newer version - it tells you important stuff like that.
And, FWIW, never use short tags. Always use <?php -- Richard Heyes +44 (0)844 801 1072 http://www.websupportsolutions.co.uk Knowledge Base and HelpDesk software that can cut the cost of online support -- PHP General Mailing List (http://www.php.net/) To unsubscribe, visit: http://www.php.net/unsub.php