Why is Direct Communications blocking Port 25?
Many Internet viruses spread through e-mail on unattended computers. This block of Port 25 stops any programs attempting to send mail from your PC. How do I go about getting Port 25 Opened? Firstly, if you are operating outbound mail servers or sytems that need to have Port 25 access, you should be on a business acccount for us to serve you properly and take care of your technical support needs. Please download, print and complete the Port 25 Request form. Bring it into a DirectCom retail location, fax it to 208 548 9911, email a signed copy to support@directcom.com, or mail to Direct Communications Tech Support, PO Box 270, Rockland, ID 83271. We will review your needs and contact you with more instructions. I use a hosted domain from another company and I have their SMTP mail server set up in my e-mail program. Does this disable me from using my e-mail address? Will all my e-mails now say myname@Directcom.com? No and no. You can still use a hosted domain and keep your same e-mail add