Now you can have professional looking e-mail addresses such as yourname@yourcompany.com.au or sales@yourcompany.com.au. CSBIT provides you with the tools required to run your own mail server.
Since your mail server is physically controlled by you it also ensures confidential information is not viewed by any unauthorised 3rd party. Also available is the ability to create as many e-mail addresses as you like and have them use as much disk space as you require.
Frequently Asked Questions
So what sort of Internet connection is required?
Any always-on broadband connection is required. Also you should check with your Internet Service Provider if running servers is allowed on your network. CSBIT will assist you in identifying and installing your Internet connection if required.
Do I need a static IP address?
It is not strictly necessary, but it is highly recommended.
My ISP blocks the standard mail port (port 25). Can I still run a mail server?
It is still possible to run a mail servers on your computer using redirection techniques. We will advise you on what is required to accomplish this. However it is highly recommended you find a suitable ISP which allows a mail server.
Can I add and remove a mail account at any time?
Yes.
Which mail server software do you use?
We typically use postfix and courier-imap for Linux server and Microsoft Exchange for Windows servers.
