Outlook and network disconnect

[Mohinder]

HI
I am using Outlook 2000 in my VB application on WIndows 2000. Is there any event which can tell me that I have lost connection? I have been testing pulling out my network cable . At the bottom of screen in the right corner I see a notification which says the connection s lost. Can I trap this message in VB?

[dedub]

I am by no means a network guru but here are some options.

You can ping a certain IP and dismiss replies but when there is no reply call your code.

You can query the Registry and look for the "connected" state.

You may also be able to do something with the winsocks control.

These you will need a timer to fire at your discretion. I have used the first two on different projects and they worked OK

Im sure other folks may have a better solution.

good luck