I have long felt that there is a market for a provider to play the same role as corporate IT depts, to support users who don't understand or care about their OS and its environment. AOL looked the best candidate, as they have customers who are used to being shepherded.

Since the gold rush didn't happen, I guess I was wrong. What point did I overlook?

"AOL is now offering the chance to deliver your entire desktop to your computer. WIth updates and support provided by your AOL broadband line..."

You mean like that Britt? Perhaps we should go for a joint business dev role there lol

So, Google can't decide what the value of AOL is, but they spent a F&*%ing Billion on on a measly 5% stake less than 3 years ago ?

Damn, wish my boss would let me get away with those kind of M and A reports !

Bill G., Because he always knew the value of a company he put out of business !

"Since the gold rush didn't happen, I guess I was wrong. What point did I overlook?"

Uh - the stupidity of the managers at AOL?

Billy cause even he was bright enough to not buy AOL