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The weirdest thing happened to me yesterday.. I had sent an email from a hotmail to a hotmail account to a friend on the 15th.. but it didn't arrive until the 21!
Sent an email from a hotmail to a hotmail account
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SUMMARY
A user experienced a significant delay in email delivery when sending a message from one Hotmail account to another, with the email arriving six days late. The discussion emphasizes the unreliability of Hotmail as an email service, suggesting users consider alternatives such as ISP-provided email accounts or Yahoo Mail for better performance. The consensus is clear: Hotmail is not a dependable option for email communication.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of email service providers and their reliability
- Familiarity with email protocols (SMTP, IMAP)
- Basic knowledge of email troubleshooting techniques
- Awareness of alternative email services like Yahoo Mail
- Research the reliability of various email service providers
- Learn about email protocols and how they affect delivery times
- Explore email troubleshooting methods for delayed messages
- Compare features of Yahoo Mail and ISP email accounts
This discussion is beneficial for individuals evaluating email service options, particularly those frustrated with Hotmail's performance, as well as anyone seeking reliable email communication solutions.
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Don't use hotmail. It's a crummy service. Get a real email account from your isp or some other place.
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Guybrush Threepwood
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even yahoo will work 
come on - forget Microsoft, join us on the dark side...
come on - forget Microsoft, join us on the dark side...