Bernard, you beat me to it. Some one who creates a computer virus is just like someone who tips over headstones at a cemetary, or an anonymous, faceless flaming troll. From a layman's point of view they participate in this behavior because they can. The repercussions are virtually non existent. I tend to agree that it's a power trip, about feeding an ego. IMHO, ignoring a troll tends to send them packing, in search of easier prey... Thanks to everyone for the insights.Chip2447