Modoboa is a popular open-source mail server and management platform. It allows users to easily manage their email accounts, domains, and incoming and outgoing email filters. This tutorial will guide you through the steps to install Modoboa on a Windows 11 machine.
Before we begin, ensure that you have:
Modoboa requires Python 3.6 or higher to function correctly. To install Python, follow these steps:
To install Modoboa, follow these steps:
Open the Command Prompt with administrative privileges.
Run the following command to install Modoboa:
pip install modoboa
After the installation is complete, run the following command to set up a new Modoboa instance:
modoboa-admin.py createinstance
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the instance. You will need to specify the domain name to use and set up an administrative account.
Once the instance is set up, run the following command to start the Modoboa server:
modoboa-admin.py start
Modoboa should now be running on your Windows 11 machine. You can access it by opening a web browser and navigating to http://localhost:8000.
To configure Modoboa, follow these steps:
Log in to the Modoboa web interface using the administrative account you set up during installation.
The Modoboa dashboard will appear, where you can manage your email accounts, domains, and filters.
Explore the available options and configure Modoboa according to your needs. You can find detailed documentation on the Modoboa website.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured Modoboa on your Windows 11 machine.
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