Outlook Express 6.0

Outlook Express Editor's Review

Microsoft Outlook Express is a user-friendly email program that anyone can master with ease. Its simplicity makes it the ideal package for people who want to communicate quickly and effectively by email. 

You can use the stationary to jazz up your messages and add a personalised signature to them too. Outlook Express’s editing capabilities may not be as sophisticated as those found in other packages on the market, but it more than adequately performs the basic functions and more.

You can set up your Outlook Express to receive messages from internet email accounts such as Hotmail. As this package instantly alerts you when you get a new message, this is a useful way to keep on top of your emails without constantly logging onto the webpage of your email provider.

Pros: It’s easy to send and edit messages. Outlook Express has an out of office assistant and can automatically check for emails. It has the ability to block messages from specific senders and can group messages and replies together as a conversation. This program will block attachments and pictures that may be harmful to your computer and you can keep your contacts in one place with the easy-to-use address book.

Cons: There is no spam filter. Scope is limited when it comes to editing messages when compared to other packages.

Conclusion: Outlook Express is an ideal email program to use in your home and office. It carries out the everyday functions that you are likely to need it for and protects your security too.