Using DBI and DBD::ADO would seem a beter solution, but of course TIMTOWTDI.

However, in order for us to help you, can you tell us what modules you are using (e.g. Win32::OLE or Win32::ODBC or ...)?

Update: POJ said it all, so no need to respond to this note anymore.

CountZero

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