This is a new problem, dsl line,  Compaq computer, working great, but
getting knocked off AOL periodically, then able to get myself back
online quickly.

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Clarification of Question by mdpa173-ga on 16 Sep 2004 08:19 PDT

a.o.l could be the problem, but why did it not happen for 2 years, then started now?

Quite awhile ago, I used to have problems with getting knocked off AOL
frequently.  I no longer have this problem.  Of course, I no longer
use AOL either...

Since most real computer experts feel that using AOL as a filter
between users and the real internet isn't a particularly good idea,
you may have problems finding really useful advice other than an echo
of mdpa173's somewhat veiled suggestion that you get off AOL and
simply use an ISP.

You may still have problems but at least you will have removed one
extremely complex and troublesome layer.

Otherwise you have little choice other than to rely on AOL's
troubleshooting assistance.

I would talk to those who provide your DSL service; whenever I have
troubles getting connected to AOL via DSL, it ends up being the phone
company's fault :)

Kriswrite

AOL will never admit this, but they are the problem. Whenever you call
their help line about getting kicked off, they always blame your
modem, your computer, or noise in the phone lines.  However, as we
know, AOL is not the most reliable internet service and you will
frequently get booted when they have system problems or their lines
are too busy.