Security

Note: For information on S/MIME, see the S/MIME Overview topic.

The Smtp, Pop, and Imap components included in PowerTCP Mail for .NET fully support SSL communication, including explicit and implicit use. Simple properties, methods, and events control SSL and certificate use, simplifying the task of secure communication.

The following topics discuss secure communications in general and how to communicate securely with PowerTCP Mail for .NET.

In This Section

Security Overview: Provides an overview of basic security concepts such as digital certificates and authentication.
Creating A Mail Client: Provides a step-by-step set of instructions on how to create a Mail client.
Handling Client Authentication.: Demonstrates how to use a certificate to authenticate the client to the server.
Explicit vs Implicit Security: Discusses the differences between using explicit and implicit SSL.
Using The CertificateListForm Object: Demonstrates how to use the CertificateListForm to assist users in selecting a certificate.
Using MMC To Manage SSL Certificates: Discusses how to use the Microsoft Management Console to manage SSL certificates.
Windows 95/98 Security Compatibility: Discusses compatibility issues with Windows 95 and 98.

Related Sections

Sending Mail With SMTP: Demonstrates how to send mail with the Smtp component.
Getting Mail With POP: Demonstrates how to get mail using the Pop component.
Managing Mail With IMAP: Demonstrates how to manage and retrieve mail using the Imap component.
Security: Demonstrates how to use Security in conjunction with Smtp, Pop, and Imap components.
Using Events In PowerTCP: Discusses the methodology behind the event implementation for PowerTCP Mail for .NET, including step-by-step tutorials for implementing your own events.

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