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SMTP & mailutils: How to send your mails via the Linux terminal.
April 28, 2024, 10:08 p.m. | Florence Okoli
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Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Prerequisite
- Generate Google App password
- Launch your EC2 Instance
- Configuration of SSMTP
- Write and send your mail
- Conclusion
1. Introduction
Imagine being able to compose, attach files and send emails directly from your CLI using a few concise Linux commands. Well, the Linux terminal offers a streamlined and efficient alternative for sending emails using mailutils and the Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP).
What is SMTP?
SMTP stands for Simple Mail Transfer Protocol. It is a protocol …
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