Cynthia,
I'm afraid that I must agree with you. As a beginner myself on the
list and computers in general; not as a beginner to education and
alternative processes (25 years invested in each), I am saddened by
recent comments made by the "pros". Remember two things: the word
amateur means "lover" and the other, 'the only dumb question is the
one not given voice'. Sounds a little hokey but without a doubt,
absolutely true.
My best to you. If I can be of any help, I will try.
Jonathon Russell