AOL DSL Compatability issues in Outlook

[Shannon]

Dear anybody,

How do I get around the problem with my Outlook and aol's
dsl.

Attachments drop, emails don't go, error messages like:

....Sending and Receiving' reported error
(0x800CCCof) :'The connection to the server was
interrupted. If this problem continues, contact your
server administrator or Internet service provider (ISP).'

AOL knows there is a problem, but doesn't offer support
for Outlook, I know there is a work around, but have no
idea what it is. I am able to use XP to work around
using their software (which they deny is possible
hahahah), but the problem remains. I am planning on
moving over to Bell South, but I know there still be a
problem-and the move is going to cost me since I need to
use a different line (new jack installed) to get the
residential service (cheaper) dsl. They will have good
tech support I know, but I want to solve the problem now.
I believe it has something to do with the random ips the
dsls use for protection or what ever, but that is the
only guess I have.

PLEASE HELP ME ....

Shannon