On 18 May, 19:47, Metallocene
wrote:
I want to have a column (or several columns) of data that only I can view.

If your information is really confidential, I would recommend
isolating this into it's own workbook.

Worksheet protection is flimsy. See John Walkenbach's FAQ on the
subject.
http://j-walk.com/ss/excel/faqs/protectionFAQ.htm

HTH

Andrew