Get a Windows Live ID

Getting a Windows Live ID is simple.

All you need to do is head over to http://get.live.com and explore a Live ID service (such as Hotmail).

You will then be taken to a sign-up page where you can create your Windows Live ID.

Your Windows Live ID is your passport to use all Windows Live and other Live services (such as Xbox, Zune and Microsoft web sites and partners) and you can pick an @live.com (or regional variation) to use as your sign-in.

You will be able to select a password which must be longer than six characters and, if you have an alternative email address, you can add this to make is easier should you wish to reset your password later on.