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Question

How do I use two Internet connections on one computer. I have set up AOL to try out on my computer but it has an always on internet connection from my previous providere and I can't turn it off without giving up there service. But I still wish to use AOL's trial. What can I do?

Answer 1

If it is a DSL modem...push the power button.
If it is a cable modem...they generally connect via a LAN port...pull the LAN cable if you have to.

As to the account, there is no such thing as an "Always On" connection. Many providers will allow you to leave your computer on, but you are able to turn your modem/connection on & off at will...or you should be able to. Call your provider and tell them that you want to be able to use your connection without being on-line all the time and ask how to do so.

For the AOL trial offer, BEFORE you connect, check to see what number it is going to have your computer dial...the trial offer may be free, but the long distance call won't be! (Several years ago, one kid locally ran-up almost $500 in LD charges in under a month by connecting to the AOL server in North Dakota.)
Once you have routed it to the closest server (and hopefully managed to avoid LD charges), connect via your 56k modem. When you click on your AOL icon, it should ask you which connection do you want to use, the connection the AOL CD has set-up for you, or your original provider.

Answer 2

If you have an "always on" connection, that means you have DSL or cable internet. AOL is crappy dialup, get rid of the AOL.

Answer 3

what you have to do is uninstall you aol and reinstall it, but reinstall it as using an existing connection. what we call a piggy back system. so that you are using your existing connection but still have all the funtions of the aol browser.

Answer 4

not use aol it sucks compared to the ethernet connection through cable or dsl connection