blackberry?

Hi,

Can anyone tell me if I can use a blackberry to access my own pop mail. - that is, can I set up outlook on the blackberry with my own pop and smtp settings, or do I need to subscribe to a blackberry service?

I have not purchased a PDA yet but have been looking at the Qtek 9100 and Blackberry.

I want to be able to check my own email on the go with wifi and sinc my outlook appointments etc,

I would want to simply put my own SIM card in and continue with my current phone account, is this possible?

thanks again
Adrian