>> I think the tuning point computer engineering, support, and >> maintenance >> is coming in the form of high security costs. A recent article >> showed >> that companies are spending 20% of their overall IT budgets on >> security. And of course highly regulated "security industries" with more stringent entry requirements, tighter regulation, and closer oversight have such stellar reputations for professionalism and effectiveness. Like, say, Airline Security! BillW -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist