Despite AOL’s exit, dial-up internet isn’t going away
Despite AOL's discontinuation of its dial-up internet services, at least three other providers - Microsoft, Juno, and NetZero - continue to offer dial-up plans as of 2025. While AOL was synonymous with dial-up, customers have largely shifted to faster DSL and broadband connections, driven by government funding for broadband rollout in rural areas and the availability of wireless options like 5G and satellite internet. However, dial-up remains an option for some, with Microsoft offering dial-up access for $21.95 per month, NetZero providing "high-speed accelerated dial-up" for $29.95 per month, and Juno continuing to offer a free 10-hour-per-month dial-up service. Though the future of dial-up is uncertain, these providers continue to cater to a niche market that still requires or prefers the older technology.
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