how can I check my email on Outlook Express when using someone else's computer?

Answer 1

Well, it's possible...but you probably don't want to do it. If you set up *their* Outlook Express to check *your* e-mail, all of your e-mails will be downloaded to their computer (ALL of them), unless your mail server automatically removes them when they're fetched by a mail client. That automatic removal has to be set up on the server, and many serves aren't set up that way. That means if you check your mail on somebody else's computer, you'll have to tediously go and remove all of your e-mails when you're done unless you want to leave them around -- and they'll be mixed in with the other person's mail, not identified in any special way.

You should check to see if your mail server has a web interface first -- most commercial servers do. This is a web page you can log into to view your mail without downloading them to a mail client. Check with your ISP or e-mail provider, this is a much easier way to check mail when you're away from home.

If you're still set on using somebody else's Outlook...you need to go set up a new account on their Outlook. You'll need your e-mail's POP3 server name, the port #, your account name (usually your e-mail address), and your password. Put all that in as a new account, and you can get your mail. Be sure to remove this account when you're done, or this person will get your e-mail forever.

Answer 2

Yeah, but you have to change the settings so it accesses your mail server and your account and your friend will be pissed off if you don't put it back the way you found it.

Most email accounts seem to have a web-based way to check your email when you aren't home. Look at the homepage of your mail provider and see if they have a link to webmail.

Answer 3

U cant, but if you have your outlook express managing your e-mail accounts you can access them on the internet while not on your computer. If it's with your internet service provider they would have a place to access your email from their website, if itz hotmail then just go to www.hotmail.com or yahoo.com you get the point right?

Answer 4

Go to a web site named MAIL2WEB.com. It will direct you to put in your email address and your password. It will then show you all of your email which you can read, delete, or reply to. I have used that all over the world and it is great and free also.

Answer 5

You could setup your account on the other person's computer as it is setup at home. But delete it after you leave. I do this when I visit my parents.

Answer 6

Every ISP I've had has a webmail link on their homepage. Alot easier that way.

Answer 7

You have set it up the same as you with your own computer