Why do you need a Windows Live ID?

Here we explain what a Windows Live ID is useful for and where you can get it.

Use Windows services with the Live ID

The Windows Live ID is an email address that you can use to sign in to various Windows services. You will also receive a Microsoft account in which saves, documents and other data can be saved.

• Microsoft's email service "Hotmail": You will receive an email address such as or
• "Messenger" and "Skype" are also part of the Windows Live services.
• The "SkyDrive" cloud service. Here you can upload data to the Internet and access it from anywhere. You can also edit documents directly in the cloud.
• To connect your Windows 7 Phone to the PC, you need "Zune Pass." You can then use the software to transfer music, pictures and videos to your smartphone.
• With the online network "Xbox LIVE" you connect with other Xbox players worldwide. So you can play games like "Call of Duty" or "Fifa" against other real players.
• You can register for a Windows Live ID at //signup.live.com. To do this, you have to enter your name, an alternative e-mail address and a password.

Find out what you can do if you forget your Windows Live ID in this practical tip.