Batch is a convenient way to submit a batch process. It tries to make the environment of the batch process similar to the current environment by setting the default directory to the current default, and invoking the file "subdirect.com" if present on the default directory. In addition, the BATCHed process notifies you when it has finished by way of the TALK utility. See BATCH.HLP for documentation; this file may be placed in your system help file. Bill Wood The Institute For Cancer Research 7701 Burholme Ave. Philadelphia, Pa. 19111 (215) 728-2760