Attachment download time goofup.

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I'm a newcomer to DSL, still using AOL (AOL 7.0) because I am used to it. My
download time on a given attachment is 4 1/2 minutes using the AOL software.
Download time on the same file using the Web Browser (www.aol.com) is only 1
1/2 minutes. Can anyone explain this to me? Thank you.
 
I'm a newcomer to DSL, still using AOL (AOL 7.0) because I am used to it. My
download time on a given attachment is 4 1/2 minutes using the AOL software.
Download time on the same file using the Web Browser (www.aol.com) is only 1
1/2 minutes. Can anyone explain this to me? Thank you.
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You'll need to contact AOL tech support for an explanation. Based on what
you've posted, you've already found a workaround: Don't use the AOL
software for downloading.
 
The AOL software is placing a bandwidth usage limitation. Not unusual, they
do this to limit and control the flow of traffic on their lines. As Sharon
has noted, you already have a workaround. Most find that AOL software is
cumbersome and limiting, not to mention expensive, and eventually ditch it
in favor of other web interfaces (IE, firefox, etc.).

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers, aka "Nutcase" - Microsoft MVP

Associate Expert - WindowsXP Expert Zone

Windows help - www.rickrogers.org
 
Hi- As I posted to "Nutcase", I feel you both have right idea about AOL.
Thanks for the reply.
 
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