> From: "Chris Walker" <chris at mymac.demon.co.uk> > > One of the things that intrigues me with Onyx is, 'delete core.xxx > files' > found under automate. What exactly are these files and should they be > deleted? Excellent question! The core files are the results of some kernel panics -- the computer writes out the entire core file to a log (which is quite large). These files can take up a lot of room if you have successive problems, and yes they should be deleted. It's unlikely any of us have these files, but if present they are log files you can safely delete. _Chas_ In 1960, Republicans insinuated that a Catholic, Democratic candidate with the initials JFK was unfit for the Presidency because he would do the Pope's bidding as President. In 2004, Republicans are insinuating that a Catholic, Democratic candidate with the initials JFK is unfit for the Presidency because he won't do the Pope's bidding as President.