All of the solutions outlined in this article work on the server regardless of the email client used to read mail. So you could implant a spam-blocking policy on a Linux server, and continue to read email on a different platform (like Netscape on a Macintosh for instance) while still getting the benefits of Linux!

Rob Reilly (aka: "Dr. Torque") is a senior technology consultant, whose work includes Linux, business systems integration, innovation training and occasional hot rodding excursions. He frequently writes and speaks about these and other topics. He has 16 years experience in the high technology, manufacturing and the utilities industries. He is always 'on-the-lookout' for stories and projects that focus on Linux, business and the cutting edge. Send him a note or visit his web site at http://home.cfl.rr.com/rreilly.

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