If i am wanting to snipe an item and im having trouble understanding how to use the program.

What does the stage box mean?
And how do i place the highest bid i am willing to pay?

The "Stage" field is for your own records only, it does not affect anything.

Here is a step by step guide on how to use it:
http://www.myibay.com/login/faq/4/#q1

Thanx.. this is exactly what i needed..

: )