Those .bak files are created when OE compacts messages. Check your settings to find out if compact messages in bkgrd. is selected. I find no such setting in my OE, but it may be different if you don't have SP2 installed? http://www.insideoe.com/faqs/why.htm#compact A few OE resources for your reference... Outlook Express FAQ Resources For Outlook Express http://www.oehelp.com http://insideoe.tomsterdam.com Outlook Express Tips and Tricks Blocking Unwanted Parasites with a Hosts File
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