This doesn't have really anything to do with graphics specifically, but I wasn't sure where else to ask this. So yes, delete this if you feel the need. =)

Anyway, my question. Would it be considered hot linking if I were to go into the properties of the icon/graphic, copy the url and paste it into my own photobucket? See, because my computer for some reason will not save anything as any file other .bmp and I don't know how to fix that. So when I want an icon or whatnot, I have to take the url, but I never upload it directly to my user pictures, not until it's in my own photobucket account. So...am I direct linking? I don't want to steal anyone's bandwidth. Your opinions would be most appreciated, and if anyone has any suggestions concerning the file-saving thing, that'd be great too.

Thanks. ♥