Aol is now free
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Aol is now free
Dear AOL Member,
I want to let you know about some exciting changes happening at AOL. Our service has always provided both a way to connect to the Web and an entertaining online destination once you're connected.
Today we are announcing that AOL's software, email, and many compelling AOL features -- including your Address Book, Screen Name, the Buddy List® feature and more -- will be free to everyone with an Internet connection.
What Does This Mean for You?
Nothing about your service arrangement with us will change unless you want it to. Your current plan, which includes 24/7 customer support, unlimited email storage, your email addresses and all the AOL content and services you rely on, will still be there for you.
Even if you choose a different high-speed provider from the one you use to connect to the Internet today:
You can keep your AOL Screen Name and email address for as long as you want to use it, completely free;
You can continue to use your AOL software, and you can still get all your favorite features and content, completely free;
You will still get the most comprehensive free set of safety and security tools available, plus world-class, high-speed content like video, music and more.
All of this is free, no matter who provides your Internet connection.
Why Is AOL Doing This?
We're simply changing with the times. There are many options for Internet access, whether it's dial-up or broadband. At the same time, a lot of online content and services are now available on the Web free of charge because they are supported by advertising. So, while your Internet connectivity needs may change over time, what you love about the Web does not. We are now able to ensure that the familiar AOL experience, your Screen Name, your Address Book, your Buddy List, your Favorite Places, and other content and features you enjoy, will always be available to you for free.
In September, you will be hearing about more changes and other new features at AOL. Until then, you can visit AOL Keyword: New AOL for more information and to sign up for informative email alerts.
Sincerely,
Jon Miller
Chairman and CEO
AOL LLC
I want to let you know about some exciting changes happening at AOL. Our service has always provided both a way to connect to the Web and an entertaining online destination once you're connected.
Today we are announcing that AOL's software, email, and many compelling AOL features -- including your Address Book, Screen Name, the Buddy List® feature and more -- will be free to everyone with an Internet connection.
What Does This Mean for You?
Nothing about your service arrangement with us will change unless you want it to. Your current plan, which includes 24/7 customer support, unlimited email storage, your email addresses and all the AOL content and services you rely on, will still be there for you.
Even if you choose a different high-speed provider from the one you use to connect to the Internet today:
You can keep your AOL Screen Name and email address for as long as you want to use it, completely free;
You can continue to use your AOL software, and you can still get all your favorite features and content, completely free;
You will still get the most comprehensive free set of safety and security tools available, plus world-class, high-speed content like video, music and more.
All of this is free, no matter who provides your Internet connection.
Why Is AOL Doing This?
We're simply changing with the times. There are many options for Internet access, whether it's dial-up or broadband. At the same time, a lot of online content and services are now available on the Web free of charge because they are supported by advertising. So, while your Internet connectivity needs may change over time, what you love about the Web does not. We are now able to ensure that the familiar AOL experience, your Screen Name, your Address Book, your Buddy List, your Favorite Places, and other content and features you enjoy, will always be available to you for free.
In September, you will be hearing about more changes and other new features at AOL. Until then, you can visit AOL Keyword: New AOL for more information and to sign up for informative email alerts.
Sincerely,
Jon Miller
Chairman and CEO
AOL LLC
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ADMIN EDIT: Watch the language
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I'm still waiting for those *******s to refund me for the months they billed me when my service was supposed to be part of the 6 months free service after purchasing a DELL.
<!-- AOL can kiss my ***! --> -snip-
I'm still waiting for those *******s to refund me for the months they billed me when my service was supposed to be part of the 6 months free service after purchasing a DELL.
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Except for one problem, I was satified with AOL while I subscribed to it. I surfed the web, sent/rec'd e-mails and it was relatively inexpensive.
Of course, we all know the major problem is speed, AOL is slow. AOL didn't run its own cable network from user to user so it had to rely on the monopoly phone companies and cable companies to get into your house or business.
This move seems like the end for AOL, any company that can't adapt or overcome its' shortfalls is doomed. Why would I pay comcast 44 dollars a month for high speed access and then use AOL as my ISP?
I imagine AOL will continue to operate from advertising income, and its shrinking dial-up subscriptions, but once the public starts finding other ways onto the net, the advertisers will not give any more money, and AOL will cease to exist.
Of course, we all know the major problem is speed, AOL is slow. AOL didn't run its own cable network from user to user so it had to rely on the monopoly phone companies and cable companies to get into your house or business.
This move seems like the end for AOL, any company that can't adapt or overcome its' shortfalls is doomed. Why would I pay comcast 44 dollars a month for high speed access and then use AOL as my ISP?
I imagine AOL will continue to operate from advertising income, and its shrinking dial-up subscriptions, but once the public starts finding other ways onto the net, the advertisers will not give any more money, and AOL will cease to exist.
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Originally Posted by 924x2150
and AOL will cease to exist.
Flippin greedy corporate.. &*^&^&^%^)&^&*%&^%&%^$#%@*(#^&@#^*&!@(&*%!^@#%@&$^@&#%)&*@#$&*@^#&*)(!@!?
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AOL is panicking....
members have been getting "write your congressmen" letters from the CEO...
Why should we care? Not sure why people stick with AOL, but if they are your ISP, now would be a great time to threaten to cancel....believe me, they'll make you an offer!
Why should we care? Not sure why people stick with AOL, but if they are your ISP, now would be a great time to threaten to cancel....believe me, they'll make you an offer!
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Joined: Nov 2004
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From: N. Mississippi
Originally Posted by 924x2150
This move seems like the end for AOL, any company that can't adapt or overcome its' shortfalls is doomed. Why would I pay comcast 44 dollars a month for high speed access and then use AOL as my ISP?
I imagine AOL will continue to operate from advertising income, and its shrinking dial-up subscriptions, but once the public starts finding other ways onto the net, the advertisers will not give any more money, and AOL will cease to exist.
I imagine AOL will continue to operate from advertising income, and its shrinking dial-up subscriptions, but once the public starts finding other ways onto the net, the advertisers will not give any more money, and AOL will cease to exist.
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From: Atlanta GA
> AOL was great back in the olden days when it was Macintosh only.
Actually, AOL was better when it was C-64/Commodore only, it had better features like being able to send music (playlists) to people in chat rooms from its Q-Link music library.
Actually, AOL was better when it was C-64/Commodore only, it had better features like being able to send music (playlists) to people in chat rooms from its Q-Link music library.
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