Yes, I'm asking the latter, so if its already been decided, could I call the cgi script in a new window initially?

I'm calling using the javascript window.location = link; method, so I guess my answer lies beyond the realms of the monastery :)

EDIT: I've solved it now using Javascript to open the new window as the script is called, then the redirect in new window comes naturally.

Thank you for helping me think 'outside the current browser window' ;)