Webmail allows access to email from any computer with an internet browser but requires an internet connection. Mail clients are installed on personal computers, don't require an internet connection but can only be accessed from that computer. Webmail is accessible from anywhere but uses more bandwidth for attachments while mail clients allow customization but take up hard drive space. The best option depends on individual needs - webmail is best for accessibility while mail clients are better for personal computer use.

1. E-mail Webmail Vs Mail Clients A short informative presentation by Kenneth Ortega

2. Contents Webmail Advantages Disadvantages Mail Servers Advantages Disadvantages Which to choose?

3. Webmail Webmail type email is a type of email server you can access through an internet browser Examples of different webmail services: Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo, AOL

4. Advantages of Webmail Accessible on any computer with the internet and an internet browser Doesn’t take up system space with an installed program or your emails These services are totally free for everyone Comes with built in spam and virus filters

5. Disadvantages You can’t see your old messages without an internet connection If their servers go down, you can’t access your email Some compatibility issues with some web browsers Uses more bandwidth if you want to download attachments You have to log on every time

6. Mail Clients Mail clients are software programs that allow you to send and receive emails for your personal computer. Examples include: Mozilla Thunderbird, Microsoft Outlook Express, Incredimail

7. Advantages Doesn’t require a web browser Only uses bandwidth when receiving and sending messages Allows customization and add-ons Doesn’t require you to log in every time

8. Disadvantages Mail Clients have one major flaw: they can only be accessed from the computer that it has been installed on. Also, webmail takes up valuable space on your hard drive with the program itself and your saved messages

9. So which is best?

10. Which is best? Well it depends what your personal needs are. You should use webmail if: You travel and want access to your email anywhere on any computer You should use a mail client if: You plan to use your email only from your home/personal computer