Mail-in-a-Box
Turn a fresh server into a working mail server
Mail-in-a-Box is an easy-to-deploy bundle that turns a clean Ubuntu server into a complete mail and web server. It automates DNS, webmail, contacts, calendar, and antispam setup.
Key features
- One-command full mail setup
- Automatic DNS and TLS
- Roundcube webmail and Nextcloud contacts
- Built-in admin dashboard
Pros & cons
Strengths
- Very beginner-friendly
- Opinionated, complete stack
Trade-offs
- Limited customization
- Dedicated server required
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