ok, thanx for answering. i did as you suggest here already. the problem is, v1.8 did not recognize my share folder, made a new one of its own, and would neither let me change it, nor add to it. furthermore, i do not wish to re-do all my filters nor re-create the settings for all my other options, which i would have to do by not upgrading, vs. just installing. and, in fact, 1.8 would not let me change certain options anyway, like maximum connections and so forth. in fact, given all the bugs and problems in 1.8, there seems to be no reason to watch advertsing while using a product that doesn't otherwise work. so i appreciate your time. but i have decided to stick with 1.7.

but you are kind to help.