Here is a step by step guide on setting up your IMAP e-mail account on an iPhone or iPad.

Here is a step by step guide on setting up your IMAP e-mail account in Microsoft Outlook 2010.

Here is a step by step guide on setting up your IMAP e-mail account in Microsoft Outlook 2007.

Internet Message Access Protocol (IMAP) is a protocol for email retrieval and storage. Unlike POP email where mail is downloaded to your computer, IMAP leaves email on the mail server and allows multiple devices to simultaneously connected to the same mailbox. Useful if you need to share your mailbox, or if you need to check your email at the office and at home, or while on the move.

Here is a step by step guide on setting up your e-mail account in Windows Live Mail.