With iiNet discontinuing its hosted exchange, numerous individuals are now in search of a new email provider. Whether you’re an iiNet or Westnet customer that’s recently been affected, or simply seeking to switch from your present solution, there are two distinct mail services available through Domain Central for you to consider.
SmarterMail
SmarterMail is a popular service that offers a robust & scalable email solution. With features such as a webmail interface, spam filtering, calendar & contact management, and mobile device support, SmarterMail provides a complete email hosting solution. It also offers collaboration tools like instant messaging and file sharing, making it an ideal choice for teams that need to work collaboratively. SmarterMail is easy to set up & manage, and its intuitive interface makes it simple for users to access their emails & manage their accounts. Whether you are a small business owner or part of a large organisation, SmarterMail has the features & capabilities to meet your needs.
Here’s how SmarterMail compares with Microsoft Exchange;
Similarities:
- Both provide a full-featured email solution with webmail interface, calendar and contact management, and mobile device support.
- Both offer collaboration tools like instant messaging and file sharing.
- Both have anti-spam and anti-virus protection built-in.
Differences:
- SmarterMail is a more affordable option for small businesses, while Microsoft Exchange is typically used by larger organisations.
- SmarterMail offers more control over server settings and customisation options.
Overall, SmarterMail offers all the same functionality of Microsoft Exchange without the Microsoft price tag. However f you are already using other Microsoft products, then Microsoft 365 might be the solution for you.
Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 is a comprehensive suite of productivity tools designed to help individuals & organisations achieve more. Formerly known as Office 365, it includes a range of popular applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as cloud-based services such as OneDrive and SharePoint. With Microsoft 365, users can access their documents & files from anywhere and collaborate with others in real-time. It also offers advanced security features & compliance capabilities to keep your data safe and meet regulatory requirements. In addition, Microsoft 365 provides intelligent insights & analytics to help you make better-informed decisions and optimise your workflows. Whether you are a student, a professional, or an enterprise, Microsoft 365 has the tools you need to work efficiently & effectively.
Here is how these two Microsoft product stack up against one another;
Similarities:
- Both provide a full-featured email solution with webmail interface, calendar and contact management, and mobile device support.
- Both offer collaboration tools like instant messaging and file sharing.
- Both have anti-spam and anti-virus protection built-in.
Differences:
- Microsoft 365 provides access to cloud storage through OneDrive.
- Microsoft 365 is available through a subscription-based pricing model, while Microsoft Exchange is licensed through a one-time fee per user.
- Microsoft 365 offers advanced security features and compliance capabilities, including data loss prevention and message encryption, while Microsoft Exchange requires additional add-ons to achieve the same level of security.
Overall, while both products offer similar email features at their core, Microsoft 365 provides additional productivity tools and cloud storage while Smartermail offers more control over server settings & customisation options. The choice between the two will depend on the specific needs and budget of your organisation.
For iiNet customers affected by the service closure, Domain Central recommends its Smartermail service, which has all the features and functionality of Microsoft Exchange at a lower cost. Our team will also assist with the smooth transition from iiNet to us. To learn more about or sign up for Smartermail, click here.