Rockford IT has a choice of email services that can be adapted and programmed to work within various company structures and networks. For businesses with very basic email requirements, Rockford offers the POP3/SMTP service. For companies needing a more enterprise level messaging solution with sharing functionability, Rockford recommends the Microsoft Hosted Exchange service. This page explores both services to assist businesses in making a decision on which would work best for them.­

POP3/SMTP Email Hosting Service

Rockford’s basic hosted email service, POP3/SMTP, allows clients to access their email accounts anywhere in the world via a web interface, or download the email with a POP3 client. However as this service was initially designed for consumers rather than businesses, it is extremely limited, and so would only be recommended for companies needing only a basic email solution.

Hosted Microsoft Exchange

For businesses requiring more than a basic email messaging system, Rockford offers Microsoft Hosted Exchange. Small to large companies can benefit from the Enterprise level messaging solution without the high costs and complex set up.

Microsoft Hosted Exchange provides feature rich, secure email services with worldwide accessibility, allowing customers to share calendars, contacts and task lists in real time. This service is based on a monthly subscription rather than a capital expenditure and ongoing maintenance. All backup, support and maintenance services are provided by Rockford’s support desk.

Features of Hosted Exchange over the POP/SMTP email service