America Online is a Windows utility for connecting to the internet via the dial up method. It was one of the first web providers in history with millions of clients all around the world.

How to use

The dial-up internet connection works by establishing a link with the provider via the standard telephone line. It was the only method available to the public until the rise of broadband.

You can work with instant messaging services like AOL Messenger or Mail Ru Agent. Moreover, after connecting to the web it is possible to open remote websites to get details about the latest news, weather forecasts and other information.

AOL web portal

This page is opened automatically upon establishing a connection. It contains various entertainment features and text articles on different topics. Additionally, users are able to search the internet to find any information online.

An option to create a personal account is available. You can save URLs for future use and exchange messages via the integrated email client. Instruments for connecting other popular email services like Yahoo and Hotmail are included as well.

Features

free to download and use;
offers you tools for connecting to the internet via the dialup method;
it is possible to browse the web and exchange email messages;
there is an option to create a personal account on the official AOL website;
users can save web links to the separate list;
not compatible with modern versions of Windows.