@war59312: cheers m8
Yeah I think you guys are right active directory has slowed it down! Oh well, guess it's something we all have to live with.
I have another problem though. When a client pc (xp pro) logs in onto the domain, it takes ages logging in too. Sits there saying "applying computer settings". Is there a setting i need to change on the client to enable it to log in quicker.
Cheers for your all help.