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AOL plans to shut down its dial-up internet service, which has been a staple for keeping users connected to the internet.

The company announced on its website that the service will no longer be available in AOL plans for customers.

When is AOL dial-up internet going away?

Why you should care:

Service is set to stop on Sept. 30, according to a company webpage titled "Dial-up Internet to be discontinued."

The service and related software, the AOL Dialer software, and AOL Shield browser, which are used to maximize older operating systems and dial-up internet connections, will end.

AOL added in the message on its website that the shutdown of the internet dial-up is part of a regular assessment of products and services.

In a statement obtained by FOX Business , A

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