CHAPTER 3: Using the Internet and Faxing26Checking your e-mailTo check your e-mail using Windows Mail:1 Connect to your Internet service provider.2 Click (Start), then click E-Mail. Your default e-mail program opens.3 Click Send/Receive.4 Double-click the message you want to read.For more information about managing and organizing your e-mail messages, see the online helpin your e-mail program.Using Windows Fax and ScanWindows Fax and Scan comes pre-installed with Windows Vista Business, Enterprise, or UltimateEditions. Windows automatically detects the built-in fax modem during the setup process. Youcan connect your notebook to one local fax modem, although you can connect to multiple faxservers or devices on a network.Your fax cover page, on which you can include all required information, is set up when youprepare to send the first fax from this notebook.You cannot send or receive a fax using a cable or DSL modem by following these instructions.Many Internet services exist that let you send or receive faxes using a broadband connection.Your dial-up modem cable must be installed before you can send and receive faxes. You cannotuse your standard telephone modem to connect to the Internet while sending and receiving faxes.HelpFor general information about using e-mail, click Start, then click Helpand Support. Type the e-mail in the Search Help box, then press ENTER.TipTo protect your notebook from viruses, check any e-mail attachments usingMcAfee SecurityCenter. For more information, see “Protecting your notebook fromviruses” on page 62.
