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Select an E-Mail provider
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Find the link that says create account or
sign up
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Follow the
directions on the screen - User Name
- Begin with a letter, and use only letters (a-z),
numbers (0-9), the underscore (_), and no spaces.
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You may have to choose something
unusual because many user names have already been used. Try adding
numbers. Most providers will offer suggestions if your desired name is
taken.
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Password - usually at least 8 characters long, no spaces.
letters and numbers both must be included.
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Once you
have chosen a name, most providers will let you check availability before
you submit and will even offer alternates.
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Secret
or Security Question - If you forget
your password, the company will ask you for the answer to your secret question. Choose one
like "what is my first child's middle name?"
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There
will usually be a section where you must interpret letters from an image
and type what you see. If you cannot read the word, reload the page and
try again. Some words are easier to distinguish.
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Gmail asks for a mobile telephone number to text
a confirmation code to. You may also opt to have a voice message sent to
a land line.