i think really the larger question ought be the 21st century beginning date naught an ought or two. if i had an opening in the 21st century i've been told the date has to be on or after january 1, 2001 naught january 1, 2000. personally i feel january 1, 2000 would be the first day of the 21st century. any mathematicians out there care to explain? rick denhart [log in to unmask]