Setting up a secure mail server with Dovecot on Ubuntu Server provides control, customization, and learning opportunities.
The process involves meeting prerequisites like Ubuntu Server, root access, static IP, FQDN, proper DNS records, and system updates.
The mail server stack includes components like Postfix for sending mail, Dovecot for secure access, SpamAssassin/ClamAV for filtering, and TLS/SSL for encryption.
Installation steps include installing Postfix and Dovecot, configuring them to work together, which forms a robust mail server setup.