An email client is the software or app used to send, receive, and organize emails. It connects to your mail server using protocols like IMAP, POP3, or Exchange.
Why it matters:
- Provides the interface for reading and composing emails.
- Can be desktop-based (like Microsoft Outlook, Apple Mail, or Thunderbird) or web-based (like Gmail or Outlook.com).
- Often integrates with calendars, contacts, and collaboration tools.
Pro tip: IMAP keeps email synced across devices, while POP3 downloads and stores messages locally — choose based on how you work.
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