Why have I been directed to this page?
You have been directed to this page because your email settings do not comply with the new security standards. Please follow the instructions below to make the necessary configuration changes to your email software.
What will be different after I make the change?
There are many layers of security that can be used with your email application. Basically, after making the changes below, you will be prompted to log in the first time you send email during an email session. This "log in to send" ensures that you are the one actually sending email, not a "spambot" or "zombie" that could be using your email application to send spam and/or viruses.
Technically speaking, you are changing settings for the Outgoing (SMTP) Server to use password authentication and SecureSockets Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security (TLS) over Port 587, Port 465, or Port 25.
What if I have problems or need help?
The Help Center is ready to assist you if you have any problems making the required changes to your email software. Faculty and staff can also contact their local Technology Consultant. If you have any problems with your email software, and need to send an email immediately, use WebMail at: http://mail.bc.edu
How do I make the required changes to my email software?
To make the necessary changes, follow the applicable instructions from the list below. Important: You need to make this change on any computer where you access your BC email (on campus or at home).
Select the email application you use: [How do I know what software I am using?]
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Mulberry is no longer supported because the plug-in needed to secure it is no longer available from the vendor (Cyrusoft, the company that made Mulberry, went out of business). Please choose another email application to get your BC email. |
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Netscape Messenger is no longer supported because AOL phased out the software. Please choose another email application to get your BC email. |
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Outlook 2007 | Outlook 2003 & 2002 | Outlook 2003 with Oracle Connector |
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BC's WebMail at mail.bc.edu - No changes necessary! WebMail is already configured to be secure. |
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= BC sign-in required.