AOL ends dial-up service after more than 30 years

AOL, the iconic internet service provider, is shutting down its dial-up service after more than 30 years of operation. The decision comes as the company shifts its focus towards its digital media and advertising business. The dial-up service, which was once the primary way for many people to access the internet, had seen a significant decline in usage over the years as high-speed broadband internet became more widely available. AOL had been gradually phasing out its dial-up service, with the company announcing in 2017 that it would no longer offer the service in certain regions. The shutdown of the dial-up service marks the end of an era for AOL, which had been a dominant player in the early days of the internet. The company had once been one of the largest internet service providers in the world, with millions of subscribers, but has since struggled to maintain its relevance in the face of changing technology and consumer preferences.