yes.. just install the other desktop using synaptic (search for "kdebase") or "sudo apt-get install kdebase", from the command line (no quotes) and choose a session type when you log in. djp -- djp at linuxcaffe.ca www.linuxcaffe.ca geek chic and caffe cachet 326 Harbord Street, Toronto, M6G 3A5, (416) 534-2116