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IMAP vs. POP

Updated 2020/10/14                                             

IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) and POP (Post Office Protocol) are both protocols for receiving mail from a mail server (communication procedure).

IMAP is a way to view a list of mailboxes on a mail server from a computer.
POP is a way to download mail from a mail server to your computer.

• Advantages of IMAP
  

  In IMAP, in order to access the mail server and browse the mailboxes, multiple computers You can always view your email in the same environment when you access the server from It is convenient for those who use several computers at home, at work and on the road.
  Email backups are done on the administration side, so you don't have to make your own backups.
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  *In the event of a network failure, you will not be able to read email.

  
  
  
• Advantages of POP
  It downloads emails from the mail server, saving you time in connecting to the network. This is useful for those who have their own personal computer.
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  *You should always take a backup of your email in case your computer breaks down.In case of network failure, you will not be able to download the new mail.