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The following method enables you to make a new DUN connection that allows you to be able to connect to AOL if you are on adsl, without having to use their software.

Once the connection is made, you can then use either IE or firefox etc to browse.
If you use the AOL IMAP service with Outlook, multiple users on the one aol account can continuously collect their mail without having to use the AOL software.

This method also works for most other ISPs.

To create a new DUN complete the following steps:-

Control Panel >>
Network Connections >>

In the left hand column under "Network tasks" >>
Click "Create a New connection".

Network Wizard Opens >>
Select the following Options:-
"Connect to the Internet" > Next
"Set up my connection Manually" > Next
"Connect using a dial up Modem" **
** Even though you have broadband you need to select this option

Type in the name of your ISP
(AOL) >>
Enter the following for the phone no
0,38 >>
Enter your AOL username >>
Enter your AOL password * >>
* needs to be less than 8 characters for this method to work.

Congratulations you have just made a new DUN connection :)

Drag a copy of the icon to your desktop which will create a new shortcut that you can simply click each time you wish to connect.

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How to make an adsl/AOL DUN connection