>> We have probably 10 clients who are using Windows XP. We have

never had the slow disconnect problem ... Just the slow connect. <<

The slow disconnect can go unnoticed, especially if you disconnect
when the app closes. The user, and possibly the developer, might not
notice that the app runs for a few more seconds after it disappears
from screen.

However, we're using unit tests, and these create a fresh database
each run. The disconnect is very obvious as it holds up the tests.

Cheers,

Mike.