I had terrible experiences with AT&T and their ADSL line. I could not even figure out how to use the Email system.

In Louisville, we rarely get kicked off and my speed is always at 50,000 bps.

I always figured, if AOL only spent 1% of their revenue for improvements, it would beat the heck out of everyone else. They have many nice features. I think Archie's method of Cable modem and the 9.99 AOl connection is probably the only way I would ever change.
The problem is, the cable company in Louisville is the PITS.