the search function here actually works, in its own inscrutable way. it could be more advanced IMVHO, but any search engine anywhere requires a modicum of human intelligence to narrow down the results. perhaps when they get the FAQ thread in place, it will be easier for newbies to find answers without the agony and embarrassment of having to post a message in the forum here. regarding the mods and co-ords here, they're under alotta pressure all the time, so try to bear with them.