First, thanks for the responses. Very informative.

So, just so I have it straight, I should download MicroCodeStudio for the template for VB6. I also need to get MicroCodeStudio Plus for the 16F628A PIC, the MicroCodeStudio free version only cover 16F628. Is that correct?
I don't think 628A has USB capabilities.

I have a copy of .NET, I looked into the MSCOM part of it once and decided to stay with what I knew for rapid deployment. Now I'm paying for it. I will take your advice to move to .NET under consideration.

I wonder, if plugging in the Belkin cable Mack mentioned earlier, helps the situation at all. Mack??

Regards.

B