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Here are some stats that might help Simon isolate and solve the d/load problem.

If logging on from the UK, please provide a general location (i.e., North, South, Central, Surrey, Reading, etc.). Then time how long it takes to pull up a forum. Is there a time differential. i.e., faster in the morning or evening? Post the results here.

If you are logging on from contential Europe, do the same thing.

If you are logging on from, OZ, New Zeland, or elsewhere in the Pacific or Asia, do the same thing.

As I mentioned a little earlier, my logon time from opening screen to forum read is around 10 seconds. I think Simon is right that this isn't a problem eminating from his server or software. Most likely it's a regional problem outside the US. But, to figure out where and what it is, he's going to need some concrete information.