Free Upgrade to the Latest AOL Software
AOL now offers two versions of our latest all-in-one Internet software. Both provide customizable email with unlimited storage, instant messaging, Web browsing without signing in (on broadband), search and security features -- and both work on the Windows XP or Windows Vista operating systems.

See below to find out which is best for you and download now.

For Users on Macs or Older Windows PCs
AOL Desktop and 9.1 only work on certain Windows operating systems (see below for system requirements).
Mac users click here
Windows ME/98SE users click here
AOL® 9.1
The latest version of our classic experience
If you've used previous versions of the AOL software such as 9.0 Optimized, 9.0 Security Edition or 9.0VR, you should find AOL 9.1 very familiar.
  • Features the classic AOL look and feel
  • Runs more smoothly than older AOL versions
  • Helps you get the most from your time online
{ Best for users who are familiar with, and enjoy using, previous versions of the AOL software }
 

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AOL® Desktop
An all-new, advanced Internet experience
If you're new to AOL or consider yourself a "power user," you may enjoy the sophisticated features of AOL Desktop.
  • Features an all-new, advanced interface
  • Manages multiple Web browser windows, emails and IMs at the same time
  • Advanced navigation helps you get around more easily
{ Best for power users and multi-taskers who like having the latest features and technology }
 

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AOL 9.1 System Requirements
+ Windows Vista, XP, 2000 SP3
+ Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
+ 166 MHz Pentium-class processor or higher
+ 128MB RAM, 460MB free disk space
+ 28.8 Kbps or faster modem, or other Internet connection
AOL Desktop System Requirements
+ Windows XP or Windows Vista
+ Internet Explorer® 6.0 or higher
+ 1 GHz processor or higher recommended
+ 128 MB RAM (512 MB recommended for Windows Vista users)
+ 230 MB free hard-disk space
+ 28.8 Kbps or faster modem / existing Internet connection





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