more /etc/debian_version returns 2.2 lptest 36 7 returns 7 rows of 36 characters to the crt why does: lptest 36 7 > /dev/lp0 lptest 36 7 > /dev/lp1 and lptest 36 7 > /dev/lp2 all return bash: /dev/lp0: no such device and bash: /dev/lp1: no such device and bash: /dev/lp2: no such device? questions and help are appreciated John Kittel (:> reply to ipit@shell.gis.net