If you stored the emails ON YOUR COMPUTER (in your file cabinet) you would still be able to access them, but we've been talking about mail saved ON AOL and whether or not free storage space on AOL's servers is available if you are using AOL for free. Joan In a message dated 9/26/2008 8:54:23 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Unless I'm missing the point.....as I'm apt to do sometimes <g>........... As long as you keep a copy of the AOL program on your computer, you should be able to access your file cabinet and old emails. At least this has worked for me in the past when using a computer that's no longer online. Patricia **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)