Reading and Replying to E-mail

You can receive e-mail anytime—even when your computer is turned off. You can retrieve your e-mail manually or set Windows Mail to do so automatically. When you start Windows Mail, the program checks for new e-mail. It continues to check periodically while the program is open. New messages appear in boldface in the Inbox along with any messages you haven’t moved or deleted. Message flags may appear next to a message, which indicate a certain priority, the need for follow up, or an attachment. Windows Mail blocks images and other potentially harmful content from automatically downloading in an e-mail message from unknown people. Blocked items are replaced with a red “x”. You can use the Information Bar or modify ...

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