In today's net-savvy society, you can apply for a job without even leaving the house. Use the Internet to send your resume and cover letter to potential employers. Follow these tips to email a resume and get the job you want.

Open the word processing program by double-clicking on your program icon. If you don't have an icon, click "Start" and find the word processing program in the "Programs" menu.

Write the resume and cover letter and save it in your word processing program.

Save the resume and cover letter by clicking "File" on the Menu bar. Choose "Save As." Your "Save As" window opens. Name the resume in the "File Name" box. Click "Save."

Close the word processing program. Open the email program.

Insert the name of the employer in the "To:" box. This is who will receive the resume and cover letter. Write resume in the "Subject" box so the employer knows what file is attached.

Type an introductory note in the body of the email. Be professional. Tell the employer that you have attached your resume and cover letter.

Click "Attach" on the email toolbar. It often looks like a paper clip icon. This opens the "Look In" window.

Find your resume and cover letter. Click "Attach." Send your email to the employer with the resume and cover letter attached.