Quote Originally Posted by Terr
Second, try "start /?", which may help you when launching multiple programs.
This was helpful. are you familiar with the '/b' parameter? if you are I couldnt seem to have that be useful. to everyone else, I am aware there are many ways to get the desire result, and do appreciate the input. The question however was asked not for the desired outcome, but for understanding of that particular path. basically, 'There is more than one way to skin a cat', I just happen to have a chainsaw I want to use.