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Science & Technology

Say bye-bye to the beeps and boops of AOL's dial-up internet service

Ayana Archie

AOL debuted the service in 1989. Dial-up has largely been replaced by broadband internet.
Science & Technology

Verizon Inks $4.4 Billion Agreement To Buy AOL

Eyder Peralta

Verizon said the acquisition will help build its digital and video platforms. Verizon had previously announced plans to launch a video service that focused on mobile devices.