Setting Up Mail in OSX

Mail is OSX's de facto email program.  In addition to being a modern feather rich email client, mail closely integrates with other OSX programs like Address Book, iCal, iPhoto, and others. 
So read on for instructions on setting up Mail.

 
1.  The first time you run Mail, you will be presented with the Welcome to Mail screen.  Below is an explanation on how to fill in the Welcome window fields.
2.  After you have filled in the Welcome window and clicked the OK button, go to the Mail menu at the top of the screen and select "Preferences".  You are presented with the window below.
 
You are now ready to send and receive email.