Thanks guys for the responses on this one.

Requested sys info:
Computer type & CPU: Special build with AMD Athlon 1200
Operating Sysytem & sp: Win Me 4.90.3000
LimeWire Version: 4.2.6 Pro
Java Version: 1.3.1.04
FireWalls: ZoneAlarm 5.5.062.004
Modem/Router: Speedtouch 530

Thanks for the Java link - that was another point I meant to make about LimeWire. At least twice a day, a message flashes up about the Java version, asking if I want to update it. There are three buttons and none of them seem to do anything. The first two are 'Yes' and 'Why' both of which I've tried, but without results.

When I do some downloads later, I'll try to do a print of the poblem.

All the best,
Chris P