Case supports both POP and IMAP mailbox to download, read, reply, and send messages. Your individual work habits, preferences, and mobile requirements should determine which option you choose
Post Office Protocol, or POP, stores emails on the mail server until the user’s computer connects to the mail server and downloads the new messages. POP users normally use an email software client loaded on their computer, such as Outlook, Eudora, or Thunderbird. If they are away from their computer, they can use a Web browser to see only the new messages not yet downloaded to their computer.
Internet Message Access Protocol, or IMAP, stores email messages on a mail server until they are manually moved to a computer or deleted. IMAP users have the option to use either an email client OR a web browser to interact with their emails. IMAP users who use a client normally save their messages in folders on their computer. IMAP users who use a web browser save their messages using the webmail interface.
Case offers two webmail interfaces: the traditional web mail mailbox (mail.case.edu) which includes a 200 MB mailbox, and the new Case Google Apps mailbox, which includes a much larger 2 GB mailbox.
POP |
IMAP |
Using an email client |
Case
Web Mail |
Case
Google Apps |
Use email client such as Outlook, Eudora, or Thunderbird |
Use email client such as Outlook, Eudora, or Thunderbird |
Any web browser pointed to mail.case.edu |
Any web browser pointed to webmail.case.edu |
Best for users who generally use a single (same) machine
for email |
Email is stored on the mail server which permits access from various computers |
Simple web interface; allows folders, personal options |
Extensive options for searching and labeling emails |
When connected to Case or Google Apps mail server, downloads email to your computer |
Can only have IMAP account using an email client with Case Web Mail – not an option with Google Apps |
Email is always on the server; an internet connection is essential |
Email is always on the server; an internet connection is essential |
Keeps a large backlog of email messages, only limited by the size of your computer |
Mailbox quota of 200 MB with Case Web Mail |
Mailbox quota of 200 MB; prompts you to archive old messages when you reach 80% of your quota |
Mailbox quota of 2 GB (equal to 2000 MB) |
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* Emails viewed through WebMail will automatically synchronize with your POP or IMAP program the next time you open that program. For more information, go to help.case.edu/mail or call 216-368-HELP (4357)
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