As a keen amateur I am well aware that a lot of the 'techie' speak used in these threads goes over my head. Can anyone recommend a good course for beginners, So i can tell the difference between a stock's price earnings ration and errr the other stuff.

I bought a book on the subject but it was well nigh impenetrable in its obscurity....

I think a chimp called Bushy is standing for election. With what is reported about the American economy it may be a stormy passage for a few months. If Iraq or Afghanistan erupts it may become hectic!!!

(I think it would be more appropriate to certify the Bush Baby, and put him in a cell with his playmates!)