Using the Internet Safely For Seniors

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5.Click Check Availabilityto see if the alias you entered is

available or already in use as a screen name. If the screen

name you request is already taken, choose another screen

name and try again.

6.Type the word or phrase shown in the Verificationfield

and click Sign Up.

7. At this point, you’re instructed to check your e-mail
   account for a message. When you receive the message,
   click the link in it to confirm your e-mail address.

8.Note that after you verify your e-mail address, a confirma-

tion appears, offering a link to enhance your profile. Click

that link.

9.Scroll to the bottom of the page. In the last paragraph on

the page, click the Privacy Settingslink.

Change your screen name

See if your new screen name is available

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