I'm new to this list (only 2 weeks). I'm impressed with the level of practical "know-how" I see here and want to say "thanks" to you all. I learn something nearly every day. But can someone please tell me what "ad hominem" means? Jerry K3MGT -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/FAQ/amps Submissions: amps@contesting.com Administrative requests: amps-REQUEST@contesting.com Problems: owner-amps@contesting.com