Email Creation and Sending Messages

1) Email (Electronic Mail) 

• Email is a method of communicating and sharing information over the Internet.
• It allows users to send and receive messages anytime, anywhere using Internet-enabled devices like computers, laptops, and smartphones.
• Apart from searching for information, email is an essential tool for online communication.

2) Creating an Email Account
To send or receive emails, users must create an account with an email service provider. The steps involved are:

• Open a web browser and type the URL of an email service provider (e.g., gmail.com, yahoo.com).
• Click on Create Account → Sign Up or Register.
• Choose a unique username. If it is already taken, the provider will suggest alternatives.
• Set a strong password that includes: Uppercase and lowercase letters,  Numbers, Special symbols.
• Fill in the required personal details: First name, last name, date of birth, gender, etc.
• Carefully read and agree to the terms and conditions before proceeding.
• The email address will be in the
  format: [email protected]
  e.g., [email protected], [email protected].

3) Checklist for a Strong Password 
When setting a password, make sure it meets the following criteria:

• Contains a mix of letters (both cases), numbers, and symbols.
• Is at least 6 to 8 characters long.
• Is unique for each important account.
• Change passwords regularly for safety.
• Example of a strong password: 13Hlt@8L.

4) Sending an Email
Once the email account is created, follow these steps to send an email and share content:

• Log in to your email account.
• Click on the Compose or Write button.
• Enter the recipient’s email ID in the "To" field.
• Enter a subject that summarises the purpose of the message.
• Type the main content/message in the message body.
• Attach documents or files if necessary using the attachment icon.
• Click the Send button to deliver the email.

5) Components of an Email Message

• To: Enter the email address of the person you are directly sending the message to.
• Subject: A brief title describing the purpose or topic of the email.
• Cc (Carbon Copy): To send a copy of the email to other recipients (visible to all).
• Bcc (Blind Carbon Copy): To send a copy of the email without showing those addresses to others.
• Attachment Icon : Used to insert files or documents in the email.
• Send: The button that sends the email after composing it.