Recently I sent an email announcement regarding the launching of a new Small/Home Business Networking site, S-B Global Enterprise Network. Within a few days I received numerous responses saying the mailing list sign up link didn't work. The first replies came from trusted friends so I swiftly assured them I'd add them to the email list and sent another link to the GBC Forum membership page. Upon visiting one of my favorite business networks, Black Business Space, I had another message stating my links didn't work! Needless to say [but I got to say it] I was perplexed!
I checked the links from my machine [again] and they worked fine! However, I also discovered the problem with the mailing list link: in order for the 'script' to work [i.e., accept the sign up info AND forward same to yours truly] an email client had to be installed on the user's pc! For the most part, I usually think of myself as the 'last to know' when it comes to cutting edge technology, software and programming: so if I know an efficient way to be able to email the link to a web page, I generally think that most of my colleagues do too! Obviously this is not the case, which gives me yet another opportunity to provide some useful information/instructions as to how to maximize internet based telecommunications via a local email client.
What an 'email client' is:
Software installed on a local pc or laptop that accesses a remote server and retrieves email messages for review which also allows for drafting, composing and sending emails, etc.
What an 'email client' is good for:
When using a web browser, in order to send a link to a great page select 'file' in the browser right hand corner [FireFox], select 'send link' and your email client opens up with a neat 'compose message' window so the only thing to be done is add the name of the recipient and press 'send!' They are also good for sending emails to 'contact us' email addresses found on websites that are not form-to-server based: that means sometimes, as in the case of my mailing list form, in order for the process to work and email is generated when you select 'submit.' With an email client installed, this process is handled automatically and there is never a need to 'cut and paste' website urls or other addresses into an email on a pop3 or ISP provided account.
What are some good 'email clients?':
Thunderbird, Mulberry and Eudora
Installing an email client is as simple as downloading a file [which it is] and then 'clicking' on it to install to your computer or laptop. Before installing an email client, get the pop3 and SMTP information from your email account provider. The pop3 info is usually something like, “mail.yahoo.com” and is generally also the SMTP info as well. Once the incoming [pop3] and outgoing [SMTP] servers are identified and saved the only other thing to do is input your email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and your password: thisismypassword, and voila´ your email client is configured!
Now, this is NOT a technical, step by step instructional piece on how to install and set up email clients! What this is truly about is making the greatest use of your computer's resources which in turn makes for ease and efficiency of your time and energy resources. Fortunately, in depth technical step-by-step instructions are provided at the websites of those email clients listed above AND at any email client website that you may search and find more to your liking.
Being in business requires a willingness to take charge of technology and make it serve you and your business to the ultimate degree! That being said, being able to click a button on your desktop and have ALL of your email delivered to you is something that I find indispensable: no need to open my web browser [IE or FireFox] or my ISP provider's home page; no need to remember my passwords [cause I have a zillion necessary accounts]; and no need to miss out on sending a 'thumbs up' email message to the owner of a great 'for profit' blog because their form is email based!
Explore 'email clients' via the web or the links provided. Relax, take some time to thoroughly comprehend the many benefits of having one installed on your desktop and then choose one that fits your style! I have two on my desktop, for two different email domains, without any conflict whatsoever! Step into the driver's seat with YOUR telecommunications – and enjoy the ride!
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YE is an author; WebPreneur; electronics, computer & gadget geek; Certified Holistic Health Consultant; grandmother and devoted traveler that currently resides in Georgia. She can be contacted for interviews, consultations and general comments at either of her websites or by email at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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