How to Install Slimta on Ubuntu Server Latest

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of Slimta on Ubuntu Server. Slimta is an open-source Python-based mail transfer agent (MTA) that focuses on simplicity and flexibility.

Prerequisites

Before starting with the installation process, ensure that the following prerequisites are met:

Step 1: Update the System

Use the below command to update the system:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

Step 2: Install the Required Packages

Slimta requires some packages to be installed on the Ubuntu Server. Use the below commands to install the required packages:

sudo apt-get install python-pip python-dev g++ libffi-dev
sudo apt-get install libssl-dev libxml2-dev libxslt1-dev

Step 3: Install Slimta

Use the below command to install the latest version of Slimta:

sudo pip install slimta

Step 4: Test the Installation

Once the installation is complete, verify if Slimta is installed by checking its version:

slimta version

You should see the Slimta version installed on your system.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have learned how to install Slimta on Ubuntu Server Latest. You can now start using Slimta as your mail transfer agent (MTA). For more information about Slimta, you can visit the official Slimta documentation.

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