How to set up Icloud, problem with email address

Hi
I have had my Iphone 4S for a few months but never used Icloud. I'm trying to set it up but can't figure out how to change the Apple ID - my apple ID is my yahoo email address. Don't I need to use the icloud address to back up? If so, how do I change it. When I click on Icloud it says "account" and there is my [email protected] address. I set up a new Icloud mail account but it's still not showing as the default.
I admit I'm a new Apple user and the whole Icloud thing confuses me. I would like to keep my phone backed up somewhere and it seems like the Icloud would do it. Can anyone explain in baby steps exactly what I need to do?
Thank you!
Laurianne

Hey mexigrl64,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities, and great question!
The @icloud.com email address is only required if you want to use iCloud Mail & Notes. You can still use your Apple ID (in your case, the @yahoo.com address) for iCloud Contacts, Calendars, Reminders, Find my iPhone, Backup, etc. In short, you can use all of these functions without creating the @icloud.com address.
From the information you provided, and if backups are your only concern, then it sounds like you are good to go! There is no need to configure your iCloud settings to reflect the @icloud.com address, as this is just another email account that others can reach you at.
For more information on the @icloud.com address:
iCloud: Set up an @icloud.com email address
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH2620
Creating an iCloud account: Frequently Asked Questions
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4436
For additional information on iCloud backup:
iCloud: Backup and restore overview
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4859
Thanks,
Matt M.

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