5 chapters across the catalog
Contrary to reports that SquirrelMail is defunct, the original developer is reportedly active and working on updates. The discussion addresses claims that PHP would no longer support the legacy webmail client. One host confirms they still use the service and received notification of ongoing maintenance.
Associate Executive Producer Credits and Job Karma
Associate Executive Producers including Sir Tony, Sir Hank Scorpio, and Dame Astrid are thanked for their financial support. Sir Hank Scorpio requests "job karma" for himself and his mother. The hosts attempt to use SquirrelMail to locate a missing email from a donor during the live broadcast.
SquirrelMail is being removed from cPanel, effectively ending the era of the classic webmail interface. The decision stems from the software's lack of updates since 2013 and its incompatibility with modern, secure versions of PHP. While some users remain loyal to the interface, the security risks associated with unpatched flaws have forced hosting providers to discontinue its inclusion in standard server installs.
Personal Email Server Management and School Curriculums
The conversation turns to the technical challenges of managing private email servers to avoid blacklists and commercial fees. One host describes using a Mac Mini server with custom Thunderbird rules and SquirrelMail to filter spam. This leads to a critique of modern education, suggesting that schools should teach practical skills like compiling Linux kernels and setting up servers instead of current social curricula.
Gmail Search Capabilities and MX Record Control
John C. Dvorak expresses his reluctance to depend on third-party email providers like Gmail, preferring to maintain control over his own mail servers. Adam Curry argues for the superior search capabilities of Gmail and explains how controlling the MX record in DNS settings provides the ultimate security against being locked out by a provider.
