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Mozilla Thunderbird 2

By Elsa Wenzel, ZDNet.com.au on 01 April 2008 11:04 AM

Tags: thunderbird 2, e-mail, mozilla

Overview

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The good:
  • Unobtrusive installation
  • Speedy searches
  • Built-in RSS feeds
  • Well-considered security
  • Hundreds of add-ons
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux, as well as with Gmail and .Mac accounts
The bad:
  • Initial setup procedure could be explained better
  • Fewer built-in features than in paid-for clients such as Microsoft Outlook
The bottomline:

Thunderbird 2 provides a compelling option for users looking for an open source e-mail client.

RRP: Free

Editors’ rating:

7.3/10

Related topics:

Thunderbird 2, e-mail, mozilla

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