If you are new to Exim the following section is for you.

We cover the basic requirements and responsibilities for running your own mailservere...

Running a mail server is no easy task. Being a responsible mail server administrator or postmaster requires a LOT of time, effort and knowledge.

Before building your server it is worth asking your self a few questions:

Why do I want my own mailserver?

To improve my existing E-mail system or to learn a new skill are both good answers.

Becuase my distribution came with one or to be able to tell my friends I have my own mailserver are both bad answers.

Do I really need my own mail server?

If you only have a few users and limited IT resources you may find it more cost effective and a better use of your time and money to seek the professional services of others. If you are simply doing this to save time and money, this could end up costing you your sanity.

Do I have the time a skill s required to maintain a mailserver?

Setting up a mail server properly is HARD. Keeping it running against a constant stream of spam and viruses can be a NIGHTMARE. You can't just setup your system once then forget about it (Well you can, but you wont make many friends).  

Will I take responsibility for keeping my mailserver safe and secure?

The Internet is a hostile place, malicious individuals can make a living from spam, viruses, trojans, key-loggers and malware. The responsibility for running a mail server is ongoing, 

Where will I go for help? 

If your answer is - Ask somebody else to fix it for me, please click here:

http://www.gmail.com

If your answer is - I'm keen to learn new skills and I'll ltake responsibility for this myself and read the fine documenataion before asking silly questions, then click here, and here:

http://www.exim-new-users.co.uk/content/blogcategory/22/34/  

http://www.exim.org/eximwiki/MailingListEtiquette 

The purpose of this was to make sure that time wasters and freeloaders understand that runnig a mailserver requires some time and effort, but also brings great rewards. We can teach you, but only if you want to learn.

If your still here - Welcome to the Exim community.