yes i looked at this example before i posted this topic. it doesn't work. i want to know how to tell if you are connected by using the API function:

InternetGetConnectedStateEx

i know this API function exists, but i have no idea how to use it. does anyone have any suggestions? can anyone help me out?

--michael

ps - i just want to thank everyone who has posted replies to my questions. this BB has gotten me out of a lot of jams. thank you all who have contributed. it is much more appreciated than you know. :-)