I just tried this link, and although I got warnings about running uncertificated software, the program did eventually open :- <a href="file:///C:/WINDOWS/system32/mspaint.exe" target="_blank">Click Here</a> Rob. -----Original Message----- From: php-objects@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:php-objects@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Saeed Mulla Sent: 22 January 2008 14:30 To: php-objects@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: RE: question about run external programms in PHP Thanks robert. i want to run a program on the client site. i have 5 PCs , they have the programs and operating system and they are in the network . i want to make a php application and put in the server, when they call this application they can run some programs ( the programs are installed in thiers computer like windows media player and real player and paint ) .. i hope u can understand me . i tried this <a href="file:\\c:\programs\winamp\winamp.exe"></a> but nothing happen , i want when i click on the link the program open. thanks again *********************************************************************************** Any opinions expressed in email are those of the individual and not necessarily those of the company. This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and solely for the use of the intended recipient or entity to whom they are addressed. It may contain material protected by attorney-client privilege. If you are not the intended recipient, or a person responsible for delivering to the intended recipient, be advised that you have received this email in error and that any use is strictly prohibited. Random House Group + 44 (0) 20 7840 8400 http://www.randomhouse.co.uk http://www.booksattransworld.co.uk http://www.kidsatrandomhouse.co.uk Generic email address - enquiries@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Name & Registered Office: THE RANDOM HOUSE GROUP LIMITED 20 VAUXHALL BRIDGE ROAD LONDON SW1V 2SA Random House Group Ltd is registered in the United Kingdom with company No. 00954009, VAT number 102838980 ***********************************************************************************