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What do I need to do in order to install SMTP services on a Windows Server?<br />
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I am not very knowledgeable with this stuff - so please feel free to ask questions to clarify what I am asking.<br />
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What I want is this:<br />
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When an email is sent through the server - it should be able to send it to any domain (gmail.com, hotmail.com, etc.). &nbsp;I think this is called SMTP relay?<br />
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A step-by step guide or a any FAQ guide that isn't too complicated would be appreciated as well.<br />
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Thanks!
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What do I need to do in order to install SMTP services on a Windows Server?

I am not very knowledgeable with this stuff - so please feel free to ask questions to clarify what I am asking.

What I want is this:

When an email is sent through the server - it should be able to send it to any domain (gmail.com, hotmail.com, etc.).  I think this is called SMTP relay?

A step-by step guide or a any FAQ guide that isn't too complicated would be appreciated as well.

Thanks!

How to install SMTP services on a Windows Server?

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