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Quantum Computer Services, Precursor of AOL, Launches an Online Bulletin-Board Service

5/1/1985
Screenshot of Quantum link screen
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On May 1, 1985 Quantum Computer Services, Vienna, Virginia, launched an online bulletin-board service, Quantum Link (Q-Link), for users of Commodore-64 and 128 personal computers. The company renamed itself America Online (AOL) in 1991.

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Telecommunications
Internet & Networking