16th August 2001

As opposed to Outlook Express, Microsoft Outlook supports the use of several mail service types (which are typically used in corporate environments). During initial configuration, if you chose to use Corporate / Workgroup features, then you've got more functionality than you'll actually need or use (such as Exchange Server and/or Microsoft Mail support). You may also be lacking features that you'll want (such as IMAP functionality). A switch to "Internet Only" mode is probably best unless you require multiple profiles... in which case, the Corporate / Workgroup mode is your only option. You can check the current mode you're using by clicking Help | About Microsoft Outlook. If you find you are indeed using the Corporate / Workgroup mode, click Tools | Options | Mail Services tab | Reconfigure Mail Support button, then choose the "Internet Only" option. Have your Office / Outlook CD handy, as you'll likely need it to complete the conversion. I'd recommend "Internet Only" for 99% of y'all.