AOL will pull the plug and end its dialup internet service after more than 30 years. The internet service provider said it will discontinue dialup — along with its memorable, high-pitched connecting noise and “You’ve got mail” greeting — and “associated software” on Sept. 30.

AOL has announced it is finally putting an end to dial-up internet, ending an era that was once synonymous with browsing the web. The service, which has been available since 1991, requires users to plug an ethernet cable directly into their phone line to surf the web,

AOL, once known for its squawk, squeal and chirp when logging on, announces it is pulling the plug on its dial-up service at the end of September after a run that started back in 1991.