> -----Original Message-----
> From: Chris Faherty [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
>
> I've been following this thread because I'm also interested
> in quicker ways
> to find/open databases. One of my programs has to open 4 databases at
> launch, and that can take over a second.
>
> IIRC the more recent OS versions are quicker in doing this so
> I guess it
> isn't that much of an issue. Still, it is frustrating to
> stare at a blank
> screen for almost a second :)
>
Well, now you've hit one of my pet peeves on the head ...
there should be NO reason to look at a blank screen
when starting an app -- especially for an extended period
of time. It makes the use think something went wrong.
At the very least, put up a bit of text that says "Loading..."
or something!
--
-Richard M. Hartman
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
186,000 mi./sec ... not just a good idea, it's the LAW!
