Email (pronounced /ˈiːmeɪl/), also known as electronic mail, is a method of exchanging messages and digital content via electronic devices. The term "email" is derived from the combination of "electronic" and "mail".
History
The concept of email originated in the early 1960s with the advent of ARPANET, a precursor to the modern Internet. The first email systems were developed by Ray Tomlinson in 1971.
Function
Email operates across the Internet or other computer networks. Users send and receive emails via an email client, a specialized software application. Emails can contain text, images, and other attachments.
Components
An email message consists of three main components: the header, the body, and the footer. The header contains information about the sender, recipient, date, and subject. The body contains the actual message. The footer often includes a signature or additional contact information.
Email Protocols
Emails are sent and received using various protocols, including SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol), POP3 (Post Office Protocol), and IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol).
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Email
- Wikipedia's article - Email
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