Microsoft mail live 2012
A blast from the past!
Microsoft Live Mail was a free email service provided by Microsoft, which was launched in 2007 and discontinued in 2012. During its lifespan, it was a popular alternative to other free email services like Gmail and Yahoo Mail.
Here are some key features and facts about Microsoft Live Mail:
Features:
- Free email service with a @live.com or @hotmail.com address.
- Web-based email client with a simple and intuitive interface.
- Support for multiple email accounts, including POP3 and IMAP.
- Integration with Microsoft services like SkyDrive (now OneDrive) and Outlook.com.
- Spam and virus protection.
- Customizable themes and layouts.
Discontinuation:
Microsoft announced in 2012 that it would be discontinuing Live Mail and transitioning users to Outlook.com, its new email service. The company cited a desire to focus on a single email service and to provide a more modern and feature-rich experience for users.
What happened to my Live Mail account?
If you had a Live Mail account, you were given the option to migrate to Outlook.com. If you didn't migrate, your account was likely deleted or converted to a Outlook.com account. You can still access your old emails and contacts by signing in to Outlook.com with your Live Mail credentials.
Legacy:
Although Microsoft Live Mail is no longer available, its legacy lives on in the form of Outlook.com, which has become a popular email service in its own right.