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AOL Desktop for Mac - 1.5b2

all-in-one AOL client with integrated mail, AIM, browser

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This Version:	Not rated (0.0)
Current Version:	1.5b2
Release Date:	2008-08-04
License:	Beta
Downloads (this version):	1,266
Downloads (all versions):	165,749

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Product Description:

AOL is back for Mac. AOL is reaffirming its commitment to Mac users with the first release of a brand new, all-in-one web software, now available for download: AOL Desktop for Mac. The best part, this free new software was developed by Mac users, for Mac users, from the ground up. Your Mac makes your life easy. Make it even easier with the new AOL Desktop for Mac. Highlights include:

Speed: Installs in seconds and launches fast - so you can begin browsing immediately, without signing in.
Tabbed Organization: Tabs on browser and IM give you easy access and an uncluttered, organized view for all of your windows.
New Mail Client: Internet-standard mail, easily switch between Screen Names
AIM Integration: AIM is built right in so you can see which buddies are online, chat and more.
Customization: Highly customizable toolbar makes it easy to keep your favorites right at your fingertips with access to them on any Internet-connected computer.

What's new in this version:

Drag and drop files into AIM conversation window
File Transfer accept sheet will now display when user clicks Accept button on a knock-knock invitation
Improved display of multiple simultaneous file transfers
Improved user interface for Buddy List and IM conversation window
Added contextual menus for IM conversation tabs
Improved Voice Over support for AIM
Auto-complete support for Chat invitations
Improved handling of Buddy List display while switching Screen Names
Confirmation for reporting IM SPAM has been added
In Buddy Chat, Screen Names will now automatically populate when adding a Buddy via contextual menu
Chat room invites will now support users with 16-character Screen Names
Improved accessibility support for closing IM windows (CMD+W)
Added keyboard shortcut for Download Manager to improve accessibility
Fixed all-caps protocol handlers when entered in browser window
Improved Mail PFC import process if client loses connectivity

Operating System Requirements:

This product is designed to run on the following operating systems:

Mac OS X 10.5 Intel
Mac OS X 10.5 PPC
Mac OS X 10.4 Intel
Mac OS X 10.4 PPC

Additional Requirements:

Mac OS X 10.4.8 or higher
An existing broadband connection, or dial-up modem

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Still not compatible with the AOL service!!!!! - Version: 1.5b2, 8/12/2008 08:41PM PST

JeffG360

Come on!!!! Do you guys know what MySpace and Facebook are? So why did you do no testing of AIM profiles? I tried to add a photo, a SIMPLE task, anyone might want to do right?!?!
Guess what I got when I tried?

"We're sorry, the You've Got Pictures service does not currently support the browser you are using. To use the You've Got Pictures service, please use the latest version of the Netscape browser. Once you have launched your Netscape browser window, go to http://pictures.aol.com. Download Netscape now"

Download NETSCAPE!!!!

OMG! Please....kill this!