The AOL Instant Messenger client is an instant messaging application providing connectivity with the AOL Instant Messenger service. Users can talk online with other people connected with the service, transfer files up to 10mb, message a cell phone, and exchange photos, voice and video content.
This SonicWALL signature identifies legitimate AIM traffic. This signature can be used for bandwidth management when used in the Application Firewall feature. Alternatively, an Administrator may choose to enforce policy control by preventing this service. |