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Reasons to select AOL® can be as diverse as our members. But no matter how long you've been using the Internet, or whether you access AOL on dial-up or by using your own high-speed internet connection with AOL® for Broadband, you'll get more than just a basic Internet experience.
Powerful Security Safeguards
More on Optimized SecurityHelp protect your computer round-the-clock with built-in safety features. Plus, AOL for Broadband members can download a firewall that helps defend their computer and personal information from intruders.
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A Family-Friendly Experience
More on Optimized for FamiliesGive your kids a fun and unique online world with the KOL™ kids? experience and help protect them with award-winning Parental Controls and AOL® Guardian. On AOL® for Broadband, the whole family can be online at once. Connect up to seven screen names simultaneously.*
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Enhanced E-Mail and Instant Messaging
More on Optimized CommunicationsImproved AOL® Mail gives you more control over sorting and filtering and AOL® Communicator offers additional capabilities for advanced users.** Plus, AOL for Broadband members can have LIVE voice conversations with AOL® Talk.***
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Fast, Reliable Web Surfing
More on Optimized PerformanceMake your online experience a breeze with AOL TopSpeed™ technology, Web Pop-up Controls, Computer Check-Up and AOL® Search. AOL for Broadband members also get enhanced audio and video search functionality.
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Broadband-Only Features
More on Optimized BroadbandAOL® for Broadband enhances any high-speed cable or DSL connection purchased from your local cable or phone company. You can keep your current AOL e-mail address and connect up to seven PCs.* Additional features include downloadable Internet safeguards and exclusive and on-demand programming.
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Exclusive and On-Demand Programming
More on Optimized VIP AccessAOL offers access to news, sports, music and entertainment programming. Check out ABC News, InStyle®, National Geographic®, NFL@AOL and more. AOL for Broadband members can listen to 175+ stations of CD-quality music and watch Broadband Rocks™ concerts, an original weekly series.
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24/7 member Services
How Can We Help?Contact us when and how you choose. E-mail, call or IM a knowledgeable AOL consultant 24/7. We also offer quick answers through our updated FAQ reference area.
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*Multiple simultaneous logins are available only with AOL for Broadband and require home networking equipment. Up to 7 users at one time includes 1 dial-up user. **Requires a separate download at AOL Keyword: Communicator. ***AOL® Talk requires a microphone and speakers or a USB phone.
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