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855534 2010-02-05 03:18:00 Would this be the best way of making sure you are the only one to see what's in Outlook Express?

Before you do anything make sure you know your password and write it down somewhere - HINT - in a secret place!!!!
If you've forgotten it, you may have written it on any paperwork you got from xtra.co.nz when you signed up with them.
Open OutExpress
1 clk on TOOLS - a list will drop down
1 clk on accounts - 2nd from bottom
1 clk on MAIL
1 clk on account to highlight it.
1 clk on properties
1 clik on servers
Untick box "Remember password."
You should be asked to enter your password each time you want to use Outlook Express.

OR would it be easier to do it through the Manage Identities (under File) area?
Thanks.
katharinem (3459)
855535 2010-02-05 03:26:00 Easier way: Dont let anyone else on it :p

I dont fancy putting my password in all the time, when I check email
Speedy Gonzales (78)
855536 2010-02-05 03:42:00 How private do you want to get?

Does this include casual people wandering past and looking over while you access the emails?

In general do not give your password to any other person.
Sweep (90)
855537 2010-02-05 04:13:00 Putting your password into the account properties will only stop OE connecting to check for new mail. It will not stop anyone accessing the mail in OE inbox.

If you password your identity it will stop your OE identity opening unless the password is entered. You would need to make sure you log out of your identity each time though.
Safari (3993)
855538 2010-02-05 07:21:00 Thanks - it's not for me but a friend whose employer and other employees on the high country sheep station, at times have access to the computer. Her daughters each have their own laptop. The easier way is not, in this case, easy! I'll pass on your comments. katharinem (3459)
855539 2010-02-05 07:23:00 Put a password on the computer then. And lock it before you leave Speedy Gonzales (78)
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