“I find I use the Internet more and more. It’s just an invaluable tool. I do most of my research on the Net now – and certainly do the bulk of my communicating through email” ~ Acclaimed Author, Nora Roberts
Student Successfully Accessing Email or Webmail Account
Email is Essential
Email has become such a priority in business and education that to go without is akin to choosing to be left out of the communication loop, altogether. Not only is communication via email a great way to keep up with your peers, it’s relatively low cost. In fact, if you’re a USF student or employee then you should have access to an account for free. Plus, it’s considered a fast and reliable method for exchanging information in most professional circles. In short, if you want to keep up with what’s going on in your environment and consequently continue to grow as a student or business professional, then setting up and using your email account is practically essential.
“Despite the growing popularity of messaging services, email still reigns supreme as the business communications medium of choice. It’s estimated that by 2018 the average employee will send and receive 140 messages per day,” (Harvard Business Review).
In the following section you’ll find a short list of steps to help you in your pursuit to setup a work email on iPhone, iPad, or Android devices, quickly and easily. Note that you will need a solid and cybersecure password before you begin the process. If you’re a USF student, faculty, or staff member and need help with anything else related to your account, you can also request technical support, which can be completed via online tickets, email, live chat, or a quick phone call.
Man checking an email on the bus
5 Steps to Setup Email on Your iPhone or iPad
- First go into your settings and select mail, contact, or calendar. Then, ‘add account’
- Next, select ‘exchange’ to add in your email ([email protected]) and associated password
- Then, select ‘next’ and enter your username ([email protected]), password, and ‘m.outlook.com’ for the server field
- Finally, select ‘next’ when prompted and select the type of information you’d like to have synchronized between your new account and your iPhone or iPad
- Don’t forget to hit the ‘save’ button before you wrap-up
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7 Steps to Setup Email on Your Android Device
- First, you’ll need to visit your ‘applications menu’ and click the ‘mail’ or ’email’ app
- Next, in the email setup window add in your email ([email protected]) and associated password
- To continue, select ‘next’ and select the ‘Corporate or Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync’ option
- Then, select ‘edit details’ and add in your domain / username ([email protected]), password, and ‘m.outlook.com’ for the server field
- Double-check that the secure sockets layer or SSL (i.e. security option) has a check mark in place, before selecting ‘next’ and ‘OK’ to activate
- Then, under your ‘account options menu’ select the type of information you’d like to have synchronized between your account and your Android device
- Finally, select ‘activate’ and add in your account name. Just don’t forget to hit the ‘done’ option before you wrap-up
More Email Insights: Spam, Security, & Encryption
There are a wealth of advantages to maintaining a clean email account for educational and business purposes. That’s why USF offers the the hsc antispam or Barracuda spam quarantine resource for all users. There you can view, request delivery of, and delete messages that have been identified as spam. You can also visit Health IS’ Safe Computing page for information on topics such as, email security and how to send or receive an encrypted email.
Mobile Security
In the words of the information technology strategist and blogger, Doug Theis, “A security system with several layers is difficult to hack. So, even if your data is targeted, getting through the many tiers of security will be a hassle. The simplest of programs, such as free online email accounts, have multi-layered security, too. Even if accessing your accounts takes a few extra steps, it is still worth the effort, certainly better than losing your data,” (DigitalGuardian).
These are areas of particular concern for business users who must avoid viruses, phishing, and other computer security threats. But spam and security issues shouldn’t hold you back from living your digital life. So, if you haven’t done so already take a look at the steps above to setup your account, today.
Happy Computing!
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