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A mail server is a computer system that handles email messages and provides services for sending, receiving, and storing email. Mail servers are typically used by organizations, companies, and individuals to manage their email communications.

Here are some key functions of a mail server:

  1. Email reception: Mail servers receive incoming email messages from other mail servers or email clients.
  2. Email storage: Mail servers store email messages in a database or file system.
  3. Email filtering: Mail servers can filter out spam, viruses, and other unwanted emails using various techniques such as spam filters, antivirus software, and content filters.
  4. Email forwarding: Mail servers can forward emails to other email addresses or mail servers.
  5. Email retrieval: Mail servers allow users to retrieve their email messages using protocols such as POP3, IMAP, or Webmail.
  6. Email sending: Mail servers can send email messages to other email addresses or mail servers.

Types of mail servers:

  1. SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) server: Handles email sending and receiving using the SMTP protocol.
  2. POP3 (Post Office Protocol version 3) server: Allows users to retrieve email messages from the mail server using the POP3 protocol.
  3. IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) server: Allows users to retrieve and manage email messages on the mail server using the IMAP protocol.
  4. Webmail server: Provides a web-based interface for users to access and manage their email accounts.

Popular mail server software:

  1. Postfix: A popular open-source mail server software.
  2. Sendmail: A widely used open-source mail server software.
  3. Exim: A popular open-source mail server software.
  4. Microsoft Exchange: A commercial mail server software developed by Microsoft.
  5. Zimbra: A commercial mail server software developed by Synacor.