The America Online MythBuster

Reality:
False

Unlike America Online, Lynchburg.Net has used the same pricing structure since we started in 1996. During this time, we have adjusted our prices only once, and this was to lower them. With true, unlimited Internet access available for $17.95 a month, we compare quite favorably with AOL's current $24.00 (formerly $19.95) a month for 150 hours (formerly unlimited) of online usage.

Myths:

1. Raising charges 20% while reducing your online time is normal.
2. All Internet Providers have poor customer support.
3. Receiving 100+ e-mails a week from strangers is normal.
4. All Internet Access Providers are harder to use than AOL.
5. AOL offers content that can't be had elsewhere.
6. I have to use AOL to chat or e-mail with other AOL members.
7. Experiencing constant busy signals is normal.
8. Wading through 3 to 6 blinking ads before getting online is normal.
9. Censorship is a normal part of using the Internet.
10. Everyone's private and credit card information is open season to anyone without a search warrant.