> Yes, Elektor are really bad like that, almost all their software based > projects require the software purchasing - also their PCB's are really > expensive!. When they eventually got an E-mail address I tried asking > them why they don't provide the code to download (like other magazines), > I was told that the authors wouldn't allow it!. Sounds like bullsh*t to > me :-). I tried to arrange with Elektuur (dutch version, same company) to have one of my designs published, but their requirements were too stringent for me. I had to make the schema and PCB designs (OK) according to their rules (still fine) with their approved tools (OK if they really wanted that) but I had to purchase the tools myself (no way). So we did not get to the point were I wanted to provide my design on the www too... Wouter -- http://www.piclist.com hint: The list server can filter out subtopics (like ads or off topics) for you. See http://www.piclist.com/#topics