William Kenworthy wrote: > On 7/4/21 3:36 pm, Neil Bothwick wrote: >> On Tue, 6 Apr 2021 23:41:50 -0500, Dale wrote: >> >>> I've done some research. It seems Dovecot is what I need. It uses mbox >>> and has some features I might need one day already where Courier doesn't >>> but there isn't much difference really. If anyone is curious, the >>> comparison is here. >>> >>> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_mail_servers >>> >>> The biggest thing, mbox. If I recall correctly that is what Seamonkey >>> uses and I should be able to import those easy enough. >> You are better off with maildir, mbox is far more susceptible to date >> loss through file damage. There is a script to convert an mbox file to >> maildir, but you should also be able to just set up a new account in >> Seamonkey using the local server and copy all your mails across. The >> server will then take care of everything. >> >> > seconded. I use courier and maildir. MUCH more reliable and less > chance of losing mail - there was a I time when I used mbox - no longer > the case ... speaking from personal experience ... after losing mail :) > > > BillK > > > >
I think Dovecot can use a few formats. I think. I just want a way I can revert back easily to if needed. So far, I've never lost a email. So far. Today is a new day tho. Dale :-) :-)
