Goodbye AOL Dial-Up: You’ve Got… No More Mail
- Neil Caron
- Aug 21
- 2 min read
August 21, 2025 | Technology & Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️
After 34 years of screeching modems, free trial CDs, and the iconic “You’ve Got Mail!” greeting, AOL is officially pulling the plug on its dial-up internet service this September.
While most of Connecticut moved on to high-speed internet years ago, it’s surprising how many people still cling to the old-school connection in 2025. Even more shocking? According to a Pew Research Center study, roughly 13 million Americans—yes, in the age of AI, streaming, and smart homes—said they don’t use the internet at all.
📅 A Quick Trip Down Internet Memory Lane
Dial-up’s glory days peaked in the early 2000s, when your mailbox overflowed with AOL CDs promising 1000 free hours and patience was the price of every webpage. Then came wired broadband, and suddenly, Connecticut households could stream, shop, and video chat without waiting for someone to hang up the phone.
RSL Piggy Points:🐷 Just like internet speed, mortgage programs have evolved—sticking with outdated options can cost you time and money.🐷 Technology changes fast, and so do housing market trends. Staying updated is key.🐷 Some upgrades aren’t just nice—they’re necessary to stay competitive in today’s market.
RSL Perspective
Much like AOL’s dial-up era, certain mortgage products eventually fade into history. At ReadySetLoan™️, we make sure Connecticut buyers and homeowners are equipped with the most up-to-date tools, insights, and strategies—so you’re never left buffering while others move ahead.
Neil’s Take 🎙
"Technology moves on, and so does the housing market. The faster you adapt, the more opportunities you’ll find—whether you’re shopping for a home or securing the best loan terms." – Neil Caron, Area Sales Manager, CMG Mortgage
Whether it’s your internet or your mortgage, saying goodbye to outdated systems is the first step toward a smoother, faster, and more rewarding experience.
Connect with ReadySetLoan™️ today—we’ll help make sure your financial future runs at high speed.
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