AOL announces September shutdown for dial-up Internet after 34 years
Ars TechnicaMonday, August 11, 2025 at 8:17:38 PM
AOL is shutting down its dial-up Internet service in September after 34 years. About 175,000 households in the US still use this outdated technology.
Editor’s Note: The closure marks the end of an era for those still relying on dial-up, highlighting the digital divide as many households face challenges accessing modern Internet.
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