If you are using the America Online built-in browser, the images on this and other sites may not load clearly. AOL overcompresses the graphics before they display on your screen. This destroys the image quality. Following these easy steps changes your preferences to display images as they should be seen.

1. In AOL, go to "My AOL."
2. Click the "prefs" (preferences) button.


3. Select the "WWW" option.
4. Select the "Web Graphics" tab.


5. Uncheck the "Use compressed graphics" option.
6. Click the "General" tab at the top of the window.
7. Under "Temporary Internet Files," click "Delete Files."
8. Click the "OK" button.

A better solution is to use another Web browser. Chances are good that Microsoft Internet Explorer is installed on your machine. If not, using AOL 3.0 or higher, download Netscape or Internet Explorer. After you install it, just launch and iconize (minimize) AOL, and launch Netscape or Internet Explorer.