Hmm. Looks like you're right Mark, checking the manufacturers web site. I think an upgrade may be in order. Thanks everyone.
Bev.
However, I have a sneaking suspicion that it's like a cheap Nokia I have which has a mini-USB port but it does nothing as the phone isn't designed to interface with a computer. Is the Alcatel equipped to connect with a computer? I couldn't see whether it did or not on my quick Google for it.