Right up front: apologies for what might be a stupid question for those of you who understand technology.

In a few months, I will be selling my home. My current ISP (Frontier) only serves a limited area, and they do not offer service where I will be moving. For the 10 years in my current home, I have had an e-address with @frontier.net communications. My email downloads to my computer. While on the road, I can go to Frontier's web site and access all new messages before they are downloaded to my computer.

I know lots of friends who use Yahoo or Hotmail or Gmail, etc. What is the advantage and disadvantage of using one of these accounts instead of using the ISP's email service?

Hints greatly appreciated. Suggestions for other "good" email services also welcome.

thanks!