How to Set Up Microsoft Outlook 2003

Microsoft Outlook version 2003 can come as part of the Microsoft Office suite, or as a stand-alone application. While many people know Outlook for its email features, the program offers much more. For instance, you can create a custom calendar that will remind you when an important date or appointment approaches. You can keep track of tasks for yourself and others, maintain a journal or jot down notes and have all of your contact information in one place.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Open Microsoft Outlook from the "Start" menu or the shortcut on your desktop. Click "Tools" on the toolbar, and then click "Email Accounts." The Email Accounts dialog box will open.

2. Select "Add a New Email Account" and click "Next." Choose the "Server Type" of your existing email address. (If you do not know what type of server your email account uses, check with your Internet service provider or your company's IT personnel.) Click "Next."

3. Enter the name you want email recipients to see when they receive an email from you in the "Your Name" box. Type your email address into the "Email Address" field. Enter the user name and password you use to log into your email account. Check the "Log On Using Secure Password Authentication" box only if your email provider requires it.

4. Enter your incoming and outgoing server information if you are using a PoP3 or IMAP email program. Your email provider or ISP will be able to give you this information.

5. Click Next. The wizard will tell you whether your email account was set up correctly in Outlook. If not, click "Back" and make corrections. If it is successful, click "Finish."

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