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It's easy. Simply click the Create link above any Hometown page to become a member. If you have a Screen Name and password for use with AOL, AOL Instant Messenger, or other AOL Web Products, you can login. AOL members using the AOL software will be automatically logged in. After logging in, you'll be able to use AOL Hometown's publishing tools and join our communities. See similar questions...

We want our Members to receive marketing information about products and services that interest them, so we offer a special area where you can decide the types of marketing offers you would prefer to receive. See similar questions...

No. The new Compaq Homepage by AOL is free and is linked to AOL.com - the free web portal is available to everyone with a computer and Internet connection. See similar questions...

For administration of members' sessions, your navigator must accept cookies. For Internet explorer, you can set them in the menu "Tools / Internet Options / Privacy" See similar questions...

AOL is an interactive online service. In addition to providing Internet access, AOL also offers a wide variety of content, leading industry features and a diverse online community for both beginners and experts alike. From exclusive content and previews to extensive communication and research tools, the service is continually developing new features to enhance your online experience. See similar questions...

Registration on IdeaMERGE.NET is extremely easy. In a single smooth procedure you can become a member and post your profile. All you need to do is fill out the required information in the Registration Form as accurately as possible and click on the 'Register" button. You have two options: Basic or Premium membership. Basic membership provides you with access to news, information, and ideas at no charge to you. See similar questions...

Private persons as well as organisations, e.g. clubs, associations, scientific institutions (university departments, zoos, public aquariums....) See similar questions...

Yes, AOL version 6.0 will support the LimeWire client. Some people have found that the spyware removal program included with AOL misidentifies LimeWire as spyware and removes it from your computer. If you are having this problem, you should stop using AOL Spyware Protection and use a different spyware removal progam. See similar questions...

You can't use SpamBayes directly with the normal AOL Mail interface, but AOL's Mail system is reputed to allow IMAP access. If that proves to be correct you should be able to use the SpamBayes IMAP filter (sb_imapfilter.py) to scrub your AOL mailbox. Should you try this, reports of your successes or failures on the spambayes@python.org mailing list would be appreciated. See similar questions...

Yes, your emails will get through to AOL customers. We are on the AOL whitelist and have established a feedback loop with AOL to monitor and quickly react to any complaints. See similar questions...

Chantix is an oral medication prescribed to individuals who are trying to quit smoking. However, recent reports from patient's taking the drug have associated it with depressive side effects including suicidal thoughts, behaviors and psychotic episodes. These can be made worse by poor posture, and many jobs create special problems- for instance, computer operators often get eyestrain and stiff, aching shoulders or neck muscles, and consequently headaches. See similar questions...

First Tuesday of the month at 10 PM, EST. Usually lasts for one hour Informally there is a mid month chat on a Wed. starting at 9 PM EST (or as announced) See similar questions...

No, because these programs require downloading, and WebTV terminals can't download software. That said, some people are recommending Freetown's IMN and Hot Messenger (I personally haven't used these and can't vouch for them). Though some press releases from Microsoft state that in the future WebTV will have access to Microsoft Messenger, this may be an example of "forward-looking statements"... meaning, "wait and see. See similar questions...

The AOL browser uses a type of image compression that can interfere with Java applets. This problem is sporadic and will sometimes show up even after the activities have been working fine for months. Symptoms of this problem include missing buttons, other missing graphics, or the whole activity appearing as a gray box. Follow these instructions to fix the problem: Go to the activity page. If there is no change, press the reload button (the clockwise-pointing arrow). See similar questions...

It has come to our attention that AOL is now (for some strange reason -- since we never send email to anyone but registered users about software updates) blocking all email from uisoftware.com to most of its users. This mail is put into a mailbox -- that most people do not even know exists -- that contains all blocked messages sent to a user. Below are two sets of instructions for accessing such messages. These instructions were provided by users. AOL had me go to my mailbox through the AOL. See similar questions...

It is as simple as calling an AOL Member Services Consultant at 1-888-265-4979. Our Consultants are standing by to help you switch quickly and easily to the AOL service that's right for you. See similar questions...

If you don't have the software on your computer, you can easily download it at the end of your AOL online registration process. Just wait for the option to appear. You can also request a free start-up CD from us and receive it in 14 days by calling a AOL Member Services Consultant toll-free at: 1-888-265-HELP (1-888-265-4357). See similar questions...