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Nov 24, 1998 · NEW YORK (CNNfn) - America Online said Tuesday it will acquire Netscape Communications, a leading Internet browser company, in a $4.2 billion deal that sets the stage for a competitive tug-of-war...
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Nov 24, 1998 · Internet browser software maker Netscape Communications confirmed Monday that it's in talks to be acquired by America Online, the leading online service in the United States, in a...
Nov 24, 2023 · AOL announces it will buy Netscape Communications in a stock-for-stock deal worth approximately $4.2 billion. At the time it was considered a move by AOL and Netscape to merge forces to better compete with Microsoft in the browser and Internet provider markets.
Apr 26, 2013 · Netscape at the time had just issued preview releases of “Netscape 2”. This was powerful stuff. They not only had an interface to http, but also ftp, gopher, nntp, pop3 and every other major internet protocol in one easy to use package.
Feb 16, 2022 · AOL, formerly known as America Online, saw potential in rescuing the failing browser and shelled out $4.2 billion in a November 1998 buyout. However, the opportunity was squandered.
Nov 24, 1998 · AOL will also offer Netscape client software to its users, downloadable from the Web using AOL's ICQ instant messaging capability, according to AOL.
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After round-the-clock negotiations, the Dulles-based company reached an agreement to buy Internet pioneer Netscape Communications Corp. for $4.2 billion in stock.
