splitting a string

Hi all, first time I have posted here so please be nice. I am using PEAR HTTP_Upload to handle multiple file uploads. What I need to do is to take the file name which is output using the getProp() function and then remove the file extension from the end of the file for example: Original name held in the getProp() array [name] "word_doccument.docx" I need to put this into a string such as $filename = $props['name']; I then need to separate the file name from the file extension. I have been reading the php manual do please don't bother referring me to that. Thanks in advance. LEGAL INFORMATION Information contained in this e-mail may be subject to public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. Unless the information is legally exempt, the confidentiality of this e-mail and your reply cannot be guaranteed. Unless expressly stated otherwise, the information contained in this e-mail & any files transmitted with it are intended for the recipient only. If you are not the intended recipient you must not copy, distribute, or take any action or reliance upon it. If you have received this e-mail in error, you should notify the sender immediately and delete this email. Any unauthorised disclosure of the information contained in this e-mail is strictly prohibited. Any views or opinions presented are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Tyne Metropolitan College unless explicitly stated otherwise. This e-mail and attachments have been scanned for viruses prior to leaving Tyne Metropolitan College. Tyne Metropolitan College will not be liable for any losses as a result of any viruses being passed on.