It is time to your get live back, literally. Now you can sign up for a brand new xxx@live.com e-mail address to replace your old xxx@hotmail.com address. Microsoft is planning to integrate all Windows Live services under a new @live.com e-mail address.
Windows Live services include the followings :
Connect
- Hotmail: Stay connected anywhere with your Web e-mail account
- Mail: Access your multiple e-mail accounts in one place
- Messenger: Connect, share, and make your conversations count
- Toolbar: Easy access to Windows Live services from any Web page
Share
- Spaces: The best place to share your world online
- Photo Gallery: Get creative and share your photos and videos
- Writer: Easily publish pictures, videos, and other rich content to your blog
- Events: Plan your event. Send invitations. Share photos.
Protect
- OneCare Family Safety: Help protect your family and computer
So if you are planning to register for certain email addresses under you, this is a good opportunity to do so. Better be quick. 
[via liveside]
Hotmail isn’t that good to start with. With all the ads and stuff, it takes forever to load.
-Mike