AOL, MSN, And Other Closed Networks Do Not Support Linux

Some proprietary networks do not offer Linux support. These are primarily the "value-added" networks like America Online, the Microsoft Network, Compuserve, and so on. The client software to connect to these networks is not available for Linux.

However, few services are available on these networks that are not available on the (open) World Wide Web. And Linux has absolutely no problems with the Web or the Internet in general. MDLUG members use a wide variety of local ISPs, connecting via modem, ISDN, or even cable modems. You can still browse the web, send and receive email, and more, using Linux.