1. Type www.hotmail.co.uk into your internet browser window

2. Sign up to register a new account

3. On the left hand side of your screen - click on 'Get it free'

4. Create your email address by choosing an address and checking its availability

5. Create your password and enter your account information

6. Type in the characters you see in the box

7. Press 'I accept' - your email account will automatically be activated and you will be able to logon into your inbox by visiting: www.hotmail.co.uk and typing in your email address and password.