Weblink to PHP routine

[mitchw]

I've got a weblink that points to a php file on another machine. When the weblink is selected it opens a new window as the server processes the link. Is there a way to prevent the user's browser from opening a new window just to execute the php routine?

[Fumigator]

You could use a hidden iframe, or, a straight-up Ajax call.

http://www.dyn-web.com/tutorials/iframes/hidden.php

[mitchw]

Thanks for the response, but can't use Iframes in the originating page. I'd be content if PHP would open the window "minimized" and then destroy it when execution is complete.