very dumb question, need help

Hi all I have been to look at manual about session, in php4, still not quite get it. Basically if I have sniplet below in one page, how do I assign value into that session and how do I call it up in next page? I sthe way I assign value into session correct? ( I think it did not, because it did not work, but still need to show what I did, so help can get to the right point easier). Note: that I simply hardcode value into session just to see if it will like it. ************************* <?php session_register("test"); $test = "myname"; ?> ********************* Jack jacky@activelifestyle.com "There is nothing more rewarding than reaching the goal you set for yourself"