3. Messaging

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In this chapter, you will learn about Windows Phone 8’s ability to send and receive email. Some of the topics covered in this chapter include:

→ Setting up a Microsoft account

→ Linking your phone to your email account

→ Using Outlook Mobile to send and receive mail

Messaging is one area in which Windows Phone 8 really excels. Whereas many cellphones limit you to connecting to a single email account, Windows Phone 8 supports simultaneous connectivity to a virtually unlimited number of mailboxes. Furthermore, the phone offers native support for Microsoft Live, Office 365, Exchange Server, Yahoo!, and Gmail. Of course, you also have ...

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