Provides answers to basic questions, for consumers. Lists thousands of providers. Provides reviews for 12 leading Internet service providers. IBM Internet Connection and Mindspring received their recommendations. Provides a listing of ISPs that filter Web content before it arrives at your home, as well as suggesting filtering software possibilities.
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America Online PC Magazine gave AOL its Editor's Choice award for best online service and also gave it high marks as an Internet service provider. See related article, AOL's Jamming With Unlimited Usage. Allows use of the Internet through a cable modem. Considered 350 times faster than a 28.8-kbps modem, but only for receiving information that has been optimized and not for sending. Limited availability as of January, 1997.