I think you should double-check the version of LW you're using. Version 2.2.4 is very old. I'd suggest it might be wise to get a newer version. And make sure your Java is up to date with your OS. After u open LW, you need to wait a few mins for LW to settle down. After the incomplete files have loaded & LW has accounted for all the incomplete & shared files, it will display the no. of shared folders on the bottom left of the 1st window. If still disconnected, go to LW's menu File & select Connect. Also have a look at these threads: http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showth...threadid=28117 and also http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showth...threadid=28116