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Date: 03/24/03 Rating:
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Summary: Looking over my wife's shoulder as she checked her email on AOL and seeing the AOL character surrounded by surgeons, running on a treadmill, zooming off the screen...I knew instantly what the theme music behind the running AOL figure was going to be. Yes, they did a 6 Million Dollar Man parody. Of course, they left out the crash and burn sequence...but that can always do that later. Oh yes, the ad is about AOL's broadband service. It costs $54.95 for their broadband access, or $14.95 if you already have broadband and just want their content. As far as we know, you still can't use your own mail client with it, and for us, that's a deal breaker.
General
What do I get with AOL Broadband, and how is it different from dial-up or other high-speed Internet offerings?
AOL Broadband is more than just a faster Internet. You get all the AOL features-e-mail, AOL Instant Messenger, Parental Controls-and a whole lot more. With AOL Broadband you get an array of exclusive features and programming that are made for your high-speed connection:
Listen to CD-quality music 24/7 from over 175 stations at Radio@AOL. Watch breaking news as it happens with 'round the clock, up-to-the-hour newscasts and weather reports in full video at Video@AOL News. Replay today's record-breaking sports moment with Video@AOL Sports. Get the VIP treatment with AOL Broadband exclusive programming like Sessions@AOL and BroadBAND Rocks! Preview some of Hollywood's most-anticipated blockbusters, TV shows and music video debuts before they hit the street with Video@AOL and AOLFirsts. Share your high-speed connection with the entire family. * Check e-mail from the road with nationwide dial-up access. * requires purchase of AOL compatible home networking equipment.
No other high-speed Internet service can match AOL Broadband for high-speed programming and features.
AOL Broadband also lets you choose how you want to connect. In many areas, AOL Broadband can provide your high-speed Internet connection, so you can get the convenience of one bill for you AOL Broadband service and high-speed connection. If you already have a high-speed connection--home, school or office-or prefer to purchase your connection separately from your local cable or DSL provider, the AOL Broadband BYOA plan allows you get the AOL Broadband service over your connection for as little as $14.95 a month.
How do I get AOL Broadband?
You can order AOL Broadband quickly and easily online. Click here to place your order and experience the AOL Broadband difference!Depending on your location, you may have a choice of one or more of the following options for connecting to the AOL Broadband service. All high-speed access options will give you the full AOL Broadband experience.
AOL Broadband BYOA (Bring Your Own Access) AOL Broadband with High-Speed Connection How much does AOL Broadband cost?
There are multiple AOL Broadband price plans to meet your needs. You can get AOL Broadband service for as little as $14.95 a month with the AOL Broadband BYOA (Bring Your Own Access) plan, if you have a high-speed connection already or use AOL Broadband over a connection purchased separately from your local cable or DSL provider, or over a network from work or school. AOL Broadband plans that include a cable or DSL connection range in price up to $54.95 per month. To see what AOL Broadband service options are available at your address, click here.What if I already have a high-speed Internet connection?
If you already have a high-speed Internet connection, no problem! You can get all of the AOL Broadband exclusive features and programming by connecting to AOL Broadband over your existing high-speed line with our AOL Broadband BYOA plan. Enjoy all of the exclusive features and programming on AOL Broadband over a high-speed connection you have, or purchase separately from your local cable or DSL provider.Will AOL members keep their e-mail address, screen name and all of the AOL features they enjoy now?
Yes, AOL members will keep all of the AOL features and settings they have now, and get a lot more with AOL Broadband. E-mail, screen name and Buddy Listฎ features all stay exactly the same. There's no need to switch or learn new programs.Can I set up a home network with AOL Broadband?
AOL Broadband supports home networking. Share AOL Broadband with the entire family - Now you can have up to 7 e-mail addresses and screen names online at the same time with only ONE AOL Broadband account by using AOL-compatible home networking equipment. Each user can sign on with their screen name to tap into their e-mail and personal favorites. Plus, with AOL Broadband, traveling Dad can check his e-mail by using your nationwide dial-up access - even while family members are online with their high-speed access at home! For more information, click here or go to AOL Keyword: Home Network.Can I be online and talk on the phone at the same time?
Yes! With a high-speed connection you can be online and talk on the phone at the same time. There's no need for a second phone line.Technical
How do I connect with AOL Broadband?
The choice is yours. In many areas, AOL Broadband can provide your high-speed Internet connection, so you can get the convenience of one bill for you AOL Broadband service and high-speed connection. If you already have a high-speed connection--home, school or office-or prefer to purchase your connection separately from your local cable or DSL provider, the AOL Broadband BYOA plan allows you get the AOL Broadband service over your connection for as little as $14.95 a month.What happens after I order?
What happens next depends on which AOL Broadband connection option you choose: BYOA, Cable or DSL. There are a few simple steps to get started with AOL Broadband. Click here for more information:
AOL Broadband BYOA (Bring Your Own Access) AOL Broadband with cable AOL Broadband with DSL What do I need?
In order to experience the best AOL Broadband has to offer, your computer must meet the following minimum requirements.
Pentium Class Processor (300 MHz or greater recommended) Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP, Mac OS X (available for BYOA plans only) CD-ROM Drive 64MB System Memory (RAM) 108MB Available Hard Drive Space VGA Graphics Adapter (Video Card) VGA Monitor Available USB or Ethernet port To get AOL Broadband service your home needs to be enabled for high-speed Internet service. AOL Broadband can provide a high-speed connection in many areas. In the areas where AOL Broadband cannot provide the connection, in many cases the local cable or DSL provider can. In some areas high speed Internet service is not available yet.
