Samba is a free software re-implementation of the SMB/CIFS networking protocol, providing seamless file and print services to SMB/CIFS clients. Samba is widely used in business environments as it offers an excellent compatibility with the Windows family of operating systems. In this article, we will focus on setting up a Samba email server. This will enable your business to send and receive emails using your own domain name, without relying on any third-party email providers. We will be using the free and open-source software package called "Postfix" to handle the email routing.
A Samba email server provides email services to a local area network (LAN) using the SMTP and POP3 protocols. Samba is an open-source implementation of the Server Message Block (SMB) protocol and can be configured to provide file and print services, as well as email services, to a LAN.
Samba Email Server Services is a great way to keep your email organized and safe. It is a reliable service that is easy to use and provides plenty of storage space.
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