AOL launched AOL OpenRide as part of its strategy to move from a dial-up ISP to a provider of free products and services.

Organization:  AOL
Campaign:  AOL OpenRide
PR team:  In-house
Other marketing:  Online promotions, including sponsored search links and paid online media
Launch:  October 4
Budget:  Undisclosed

Objective: OpenRide provides a dynamic interface, where users can access e-mail, instant messenger chats, Web pages, and use a digital media center. The company hopes that adoption will be robust, owing to the product not requiring a credit ...