Michael,

M> We solved this quickly by implementing a timer that after 30 min. of
M> inactivity just closed every open window, closing every open query,
M> committing every running transaction and exiting the program.

Talking about throwing babies... While you are at it, why not turn off
the computer and lock it into a cell as well? ;-)

M> I know that people says that I can just use a disconnected architecture.
M> This is a good idea, but it is not easely implemented. At least not in
M> our firm!

Well, legacy is legacy. It is often not at all practical to radically
change the architecture of a working system. Although there are very
good tools out there.

Ciao
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Nando Dessena
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