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AOL discontinues its dial-up internet, and we're just surprised they even offered it in 2025
Dial-up's days are numbered, after 34 years of service.
AOL originally launched its dial-up service in 1991, meaning it will be 34 years old when it's finally shut down next month. Related articles However, ideally efforts are made to continue expanding broadband access so people don't have to keep leaning on slow, outdated internet options like dial-up. For those of us who are used to having constant access to high-speed internet, dealing with lag during an online multiplayer match might seem insufferable, but at least you're not still stuck on dial-up.
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