[Satire] The Sounds of AOL Dial-Up Defined the Early Internet. Now, the Service Is Shutting Down for Good
- AOL will permanently discontinue its dial-up internet service on September 30, marking the end of an era for many users in the U.S. who relied on it since the early 1980s and 90s.
- AOL had over 23 million subscribers in the U.S. during its peak in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
- The AOL Dialer software and AOL Shield browser will also be shut down as part of this decision.
- This move signifies the end of an era for millions who depended on dial-up internet to access online services.
17 Articles
17 Articles
AOL is discontinuing dial-up Internet after 30+ years and Millennials are in mourning
AOL dial-up Internet will forever hold a sacred place in the hearts of Millennials (and older generations) who grew up using it, but after more than 30 years, it is finally being discontinued. AOL announced that the service will officially be shut off on Sept. 30, 2025.The news sent Millennials down memory lane online, sharing their nostalgic childhood stories and experiences with AOL's dial-up Internet on online forums."An era coming to an end …
AOL Is Ending Its Dial-Up Service Even Though Most People Thought Both Had Been Dead For Years
Technology moves at an absurd rate, especially these days, which is why it's crazy to think that until Sept. 30, AOL is still offering dial-up internet.Which, for anyone under 25 reading this, is where the internet comes through your phone lines……and for anyone under 18 reading this, phone lines are wires that connect all telephones……and for anyone under 12 reading this, telephones are… meh, you should still know that one.According to Fox Busine…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 63% of the sources lean Left
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium