Is there any way to stay signed onto AIM when I close my laptop?

Question

I just got a MacBook, and I am used to staying signed in on AIM on my desktop at all times - just incase someone needs to get ahold of me that way. However, my desktop was struck by lighting during a storm a couple weeks ago and it is fried. Is there any way to stay signed onto AIM on my laptop - even if I close it?

Answer 1

If you turn off the computer, the internet connection closes. Thus, AIM disconnects.

I don't know of any program that keeps a program connected to the Internet when the computer is turned off.  

Answer 2

dont close it!!!!