Yes. AOL has a product called "Bring your own access", which for $14.95 a month (pricing as of 2002) lets you use the familiar AOL environment, from any internet-connected PC, including over DSL and through from another ISP. You will end up paying a little more than you would if you just used the straight internet, and you are getting billed by two parties -- your ISP, and AOL ... but if you wish continuity with your AOL account, this would be the way to go.

The AOL connection screen allows you to select another connection profile that assumes existing TCP access (a DSL connection), and does not attempt to use the modem to dial AOL. Once you set that up, you can change your pricing plan to move down to the bring your own access option.

AOL also is offering "AOL Plus", which is AOL and a DSL line all in one. They are slow to pick DSL partners, so availability of AOL Plus is limited right now.

To check AOL Plus availability, go to Keyword:DSL and click "Sign Me Up". Warning: AOL Plus involves an activation fee at present, and is only available if you are prepared to pay the $21.95/month unlimited access plan, plus the $20/month DSL plan. AOL Plus is not currently available to Macintosh users.

See /faq/3055 for additional information.

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