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Help and How-Tos for AOL Mail

As one of the biggest mail-clients on the Web, AOL serves thousands of people, but that doesn't mean using the mail service can't be problematic. See this section for articles and how-tos that let you troubleshoot & fix problems, customize mail, and ramp your security.

Fix Problems Attaching a File in AOL Mail

Thursday, 13 January 2011 01:48 |

Written by Moses K. |

If you are trying to send an email with an attachment you are likely sending an important file, document or image, and if you are experiencing problems uploading a file finding a reliable and fast fix is important. If you are having trouble opening an attachment that someone else has emailed you this can be just as frustrating. Here are some of the most common AOL email attachment problems, and quick solutions to getting that email out fast.

What is an Attachment?

An attachment is a file that is sent along with an email message. It can be a Word document, a PDF file, a video, or virtually any other type of file. There are a number of considerations you should make when both sending and opening email attachments that will ensure that the file is able to be sent, can be safely opened, and is compatible. All these factors can affect the ability to both send and receive email attachments.

Access AOL Mail with WIndows LIve Mail

Thursday, 05 August 2010 14:14 |

Written by Moses K. |

If you have an AOL email account, but no longer are using AOL as your internet service provider you can now continue using your account with any internet connection. This is especially useful if you have been using this email account for work or have a number of personal contacts that know you through your AOL account. Like Hotmail and Yahoo you can now use your AOL email account online from any computer connected to the internet, but you can also add your AOL email to even more convenient desktop programs like Outlook Express and Windows Live Mail. Here are simple instructions for setting up your AOL email account on Windows Live Mail.

Getting a Windows Live Account

While Outlook Express is a great desktop option, if you are looking to integrate all your contacts, email accounts and calendars in real time to you PC and cell phone then Windows Live Mail is the best option. If you don’t already have a Windows Live Account then you can get one by visiting the Windows Live Account Setup site. If you have a Hotmail or Windows Messenger account you already have a login and are ready to setup your AOL email.

How to Filter AOL Mail

Friday, 12 February 2010 16:43 |

Written by Moses K. |

Like junk mail and telemarketers, spam is one more thing to annoy us. They send us unwanted sales news and other information. Sometimes, spam contains malware, viruses, and spyware along with their already unwanted messages. If you are an AOL user, here are a couple of ways you can fight spam from your inbox.