Why should we want to increase the hits in our gallery? I mean, is there a logical reason or is it just for the fun of it? It might be a bit of both. If you're new to computer art, you might want folks to tell you how you're doing, in an effort to learn (and comments other than "Oooooooh, that is wonderful, girlfriend!" are SO much more helpful!) The other reason is that, as is part of human nature, it gives some folks a sense of friendship and belonging, I guess. As for comments, I guess I am of the belief that the comments you DON'T try to solicit are the ones that mean the most. If someone you don't know takes the time to comment on your work without asking for it, it is a real pat on the back ... at least, to me it is. 8-)