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by Jun 24, 2013 2:34AM PDT

I am confused by outlook.com, gmail.com? Is outlook.com an email service like gmail.com? Is outlook.com the most used email service? I have been using a professional software that is not widely used and I want to get current with what everyone is comfortable with using. Any input would be appreciated? Thank you in advance.

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Outlook.com Is "Online Mail"... Similar To Others
by Forum moderator Jun 24, 2013 2:42AM PDT

Each one will be slightly different pros and cons... and each user will have likes and dislikes for each one.. There really is no "get current with what everyone is comfortable with using".. What are YOU comfortable using?.. If you're happy with your current email client, you've done the research regarding your email client and it's as safe as others, then why change? There's really no reason to jump to something else simply because "it's there".. We've had complaints on these forums regarding outlook.com, and we've had complaints here about other types as well..

It's up to you.

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Grif

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by tacotony327 Jun 24, 2013 2:58AM PDT
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An advantage...
by Jun 27, 2013 12:32PM PDT

One of the nice things about webmail from services like Gmail and Outlook vs email service from an ISP is that you can keep your email address even if you switch ISPs. That's the primary reason I do not have an email account through my ISP, but do have one with both Gmail and Outlook.

Unfortunately it's hard to just try a webmail service out without creating an account with them, so you may want to read reviews from reputable sources such as CNet. If you want to try one out, keep your existing email account until you know you are satisfied with the service you selected. With most webmail services, you can also use your own email client software.

As was stated previously, unless you are not satisfied with your current service, then you can just stick with what you currently have if you are happy and comfortable with it. Happy

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