With Facebook chat built into browsers like RockMelt and Flock, it sometimes seems as though programs like AIM are largely becoming unnecessary.

Everything here has been seen before, and some might argue that newer browsers with social media integration do it even better. Unfortunately, there's nothing overly innovative about AOL 9.6. It won't usually get in the way of your internet surfing expeditions, but it's there in case you want to chat with friends just the same. The latest version of AIM comes installed on the program and is nicely integrated into the browser conveniently off to one side. Also known as AIM, this is arguably one of the longest running and most popular instant messaging programs on the internet to this day. Included as well is the popular messaging program, AOL Instant Messenger. AOL 9.6 offers you a browser feature, along with its competent search engine to find just what you're looking for. That's where this program starts to shine. Of course, in order to actually see the results, you have to have a browser available to bring up AOL's search engine. AOL 9.6 comes with a gadget, where you can type in your search queries. Probably one of the nicest features is the ability to search for specific topics online from the comfort of your desktop.

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