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Bill Stewart wrote: I've heard that in less civilized parts of the world you're actually required to carry government-issued ID cards to walk down the street or fly on airplanes.

Umm.. tried to get on a flight without having ID lately? Doesn't work - against policy. Anti-terrorism policy and all.. it's for your own safety, of course. -- Vangelis <vangelis@qnis.net> /\oo/\

Ever wonder whether the airport counter people know a valid ID from a phoney (or a Law Enforcement ID for that matter)? Take my word for it, they don't. Just scan your current ID, change the name/address fields output on your handy-dandy dye-sublimation printer and laminate with a kit from Price-Costco. If you pay for your ticket in cash be prepared for a search of your carry-on luggage. -- Steve