8.04 MTA?

[Charlie Kravetz]

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On Sun, 27 Jul 2008 13:24:16 -0700 (MST)
Robert Holtzman <holtzm at cox.net> wrote:

> I see that sendmail is not the default MTA. I can't find what is. 
> Searching the system shows no postfix, exim4 or anything else that I can 
> find. Running a search on "ubuntu 8.04 MTA" came up with an entry for 
> their server guide I found amusing. It states that postfix is the default 
> MTA then goes on to give instructions on installing and configuring 
> postfix. If it's the default, why are they telling you how to install it? 
> Anyone have an explanation?
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> -- 
> Bob Holtzman
> "If you think you're getting free lunch,
>   check the price of the beer"

On the chance of sticks and stones coming my way, the simple answer to
"why are they telling you how to install it?" is because it does not
come pre-installed.

I think it has to do with security, keeping ports closed and other
things I don't understand fully.

Good luck,

- -- 
Charlie Kravetz 
Linux Registered User Number 425914          [http://counter.li.org/]
Never let anyone steal your DREAM.           [http://keepingdreams.com]
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