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a question about AOL's future. hello thread. I am a long time investor in NSCP and a recent on ein AOL. I consider AOL, YHOO, and MSFT the three musketeers of the internet. I also own and follow ATHM, TWX, and UMG (Media One, TWX's partner in Roadrnner cable modem service). I have used cable modem for 1 1/2 years, and think it is th e internet connection of choice. Now, here is my qe\uestion: making the assumption that cable modem connection will be an ever growing segment of the internet copnnection choice, how much of a threat does this pose to AOL and their reliance on paid subscribers? I pay $35/mo for my cable modem, and still pay $10/mo for AOL. And I understand that AOL offers a very convenient internet access as well as a user friendly approach to on-line. But if one was paying for separate ISP connection, or had cable modem, then wouldn't the additional monthly charge for AOL start being an unnecessary expense. YHOO, LCOS, XCIT, NSCP, etc offer very nice portals to go to the places people want to g9o. AOL is not necessary. I would appreciate what others have to say about this. larry |
