How to set up an e-mail account using Outlook Express

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This article will guide you step by step through the process of setting up an Outlook Express e-mail account.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

You may need to contact your Internet Service Provider to find out the type of e-mail server you use. It will either be POP3, HTTP or IMAP.
If it is POP3 or IMAP you will also need to find out the name of the outgoing e-mail server.

Step 1

Make sure that you know your e-mail address and the type of e-mail server you use.
Step 2

Create an account name and password. Be sure that you choose a strong password. Do not use the same password for every account you create online! Write this down somewhere for future reference.
Step 3

Start Outlook Express. From the Tools menu, click on Accounts. Now click on Add, then click Mail.
Step 4

On the Your Name page, type in the name you want to appear on your e-mail. (This could be your actual name, or a nickname, depending on your purpose for setting up this account.) Then click Next.
Step 5

This is the Internet Explorer page. Type in your e-mail address, then click Next.
Step 6

Now you should be on the E-mail Server Names page. This is where you need the information about the type of e-mail server you use. Type that information in, then click Next.
Step 7

This is the Internet Log On page. Type in your account name and password. If you use a shared computer, uncheck the "remember password" box! Click Next, then click Finish.
Step 8

Now send an e-mail to someone to see that it works!

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