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Really basic question - 17.Sep.2008 7:02:39 AM

SJamG

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Hi There,

Looking for a quick pointer.....I am setting up an Active Directory Domain Controller (Windows 2003) with Exchange 2003. We have a website setup and being hosted with an well-known provider. We have a POP connector setup and it is sending and receiving mail OK. i have a few basic questions :

1. I have setup the server to have the domain accommodate-edinburgh.com.....should this really be accommodate-edinburgh.local??

2. Does the decision in Q1 impact if we can use OWA and Mobile push?

Thanks

Jamie

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RE: Really basic question - 17.Sep.2008 12:25:35 PM

Sembee

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The name of the domain and the domain used for email have no connection to each other. You can use anything you like internally. However unless the domain is a .local then you should use a domain that you control.

I would suggest that you review your use of the POP3 connector. Whatever your reason for using that, I can provide you with a counter argument. There are no good reasons for using the POP3 connector.
http://www.sembee.co.uk/archive/2006/09/25/28.aspx

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RE: Really basic question - 19.Sep.2008 4:22:43 PM

StuntmanMike

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SMTP anyone?

SM

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RE: Really basic question - 19.Sep.2008 4:33:29 PM

Exchange_Geek

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Practically speaking Q1 wont be affected with any of the domains you choose.
Q2 specifically depends on the domain you create the certificates you create. Hence, bottom line i don't find any problem with your scenario.

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RE: Really basic question - 19.Sep.2008 4:37:22 PM

Exchange_Geek

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Stuntman i guess they are using POP3 - else if they are using SMTP then the only change i would find is to take care of the MX Record being set up for the environment.

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