WeOnlyDo! ImapServer COM Object and ActiveX control

The IMAP, or Internet Message Access Protocol, is a protocol that allows for remote access to electronic mail or bulletin board messages stored on a shared mail server. The wodImapServer is an implementation of the IMAP4rev1 standard, as defined in RFC2060. However, it is important to note that the wodImapServer is a COM object, not a full application. Because of this, developers need to be aware of a few things, such as the fact that COM objects cannot deal with information that needs to be preserved between sessions.

One of the most important things to keep in mind is to maintain UNIQUE ID information for folders and messages, as this will ensure that wodImapServer works seamlessly with any client that connects to it. The wodImapServer also fires appropriate events for each client action, which developers can then internally handle and return positive or negative results.

Developers should also pay attention to message flags, as the wodImapServer does not handle message storage. Instead, it deals with structures and references to folders and messages. It is up to the developer to ensure that messages are properly formatted and that flag information is correct. If message content is not properly handled, IMAP clients may encounter issues.

In summary, the wodImapServer provides a reliable and efficient way to implement IMAP4rev1 on a shared mail server. However, developers should keep in mind that it is a COM object and requires careful management of information between sessions, as well as proper handling of message flags and content.