E-Mail BasicsHow to Set Up an E-mail Account

What is E-mail?

An e-mail address allows you to send and receive electronic messages via the internet.

Components of an E-mail Address

E-mail addresses have three main components – The username, the @ (“at”) symbol, and the host’s name.

Free E-mail Providers

Some examples of free e-mail providers include…

• http://mail.yahoo.com• http://gmail.com

• http://mail.lycos.com• http://www.hotmail.com

• http://mail.com• http://www.aolmail.com

Step 1: Open Up Your Browser

Firefox

Chrome

Open your internet browser either from the desktop or the start menu.

Step 2: Enter Web Address

Using Gmail as an example, type in the web address: www.google.com.

Step 3: Find the Gmail link.

Step 4: Create an Account

Create account by typing in your name and choosing a login and password you can remember easily.

Step 5: Provide information

Fill in the required fields (security question, your location and birth date), and accept Google’s terms of service.

Step 6: Sign In!

Congratulations! You’re ready to sign-in to your account and e-mail your loved ones!