Email Definition and Components

Email Definition and Components

• Email is a digital communication system used to send and receive messages over the Internet.
• It is a cloud computing tool used to share text, files, images, and other information.
• It's one of the most popular means of communication globally.
• It's considered indirect communication.
• An email address consists of three components:
  • User name: A unique and distinctive name chosen by the user.
  • At sign (@): Separates the user name from the domain name.
  • Domain name: The name of the email server hosting the email account.

Email Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages:

• Speed: Messages are sent and received quickly.
• Cost: Free in most cases.
• Ease: Easy to use and send messages to many recipients at low cost.
• Diversity: Allows sharing various content types (text, files, images, etc.).
• Reliability: Messages usually arrive reliably.
• Digital services: Registration for online services and products often uses email.

Disadvantages:

• Hacking: Subject to hacking by malicious actors.
• Spam: Unwanted messages may be received.
• Phishing: Users may receive phishing attempts.
• Viruses: Some emails may contain viruses or malware.
• Privacy: Email messages may not be completely secure.

Email Service Providers

• Popular email providers:
  • Gmail
  • Yahoo Mail
  • Outlook / Hotmail

Creating a Google Account

• A Google account enables access to various Google services, including Gmail, YouTube, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Meet.

Creating a New Gmail Account

• Steps to create a Gmail account:
  • Go to the Gmail website: https://www.google.com.eg
  • Click on "Create account."
  • Choose the account type: "For myself" (personal) or "To manage my business" (professional).
  • Fill in personal information: name, username, strong password.
  • Verify phone number: Receive and enter a verification code.
  • Provide recovery information: (optional) recovery email address, birthdate, gender.
  • Agree to terms and conditions: Review Google's privacy policy and terms of service.
  • Customize Gmail settings: Choose inbox layout and other preferences.
  • Start using Gmail: Compose and send emails.