Chapter 3
So Much About Email (and Safety)
IN THIS CHAPTER
Check Out Places to Get Your Email Service
Choose a Web-Based Email Provider
Pick a Pick-Proof Password
Sign Up for a Gmail Account
Add Your Contacts
Compose and Send an Email
I know, I know, you’ve got sending and receiving email down. But did you know there’s a bit more to it? You can use email to send messages, but you can also subscribe to news lists and feeds on the Internet. In fact, social media uses your email account to send you notifications of activity on your (and your friends’) pages, private messages, and more if you request them. You’ll be surprised when your email becomes your pipeline to the news that your friends post on the sites. Let’s get into the full picture now!
I’m sure you know that your email address consists of two parts. The part before the @ sign is the local part (usually your name, personal ...