Windows XP has a firewall built in, and if you're using a router to share the connection it most likely has a firewall built in that you don't know about. Also, a high-speed AOL connection has to have a dsl (or other) modem, which also might have a firewall in it.

Check Here for help with XP's firewall.

You might also check Here and Here for other connection problems.

I refuse to engage in a battle of wits with an unarmed person. wink