Setting Up Evolution for a Gmail Account

[drsaamah]

So all my time with Ubuntu, and I still haven't used Evolution. I was thinking of trying it out, but I have no idea how to set it up. I tried guessing on all the fields but that didn't work. So if I have gmail account, could someone guide me through the set up process? Like the POP versus Hub stuff or security type or whatever... hehe. I don't know much about this, sorry. Thanks in advance!

[Tabenx]

Basically, start the evolution wizard (when it first starts) and enter the following when so instructed:
incoming: imap.gmail.com (put a check in the SSL box)
outgoing: smtp.gmail.com (put a check in the TLS box)
and of course enter the correct account information throughout the process. Post back if i missed anything, i'll be watching the thread.

[drsaamah]

Whats the "Server Type"?

[Tabenx]

The server type is IMAP and for outgoing is SMTP.
Edit:
Oo, looks like i forgot the evolution wizard. Let me start over.
For Recieving Mail:
Server type: IMAP
Server: imap.gmail.com
Encryption: SSL
Hit Next
Sending Mail:
Server Type: smtp
Server: SMTP.gmail.com
Use Secure Connection: TLS

[drsaamah]

Hmm... I don't know what's wrong. When i click on "Send/Receive" after the set up, it just doesn't work. Oh well, its kind of late. I'll try again after a bit of a nap. Thanks for your help!

[gandaran]

a complete guide
http://tuxicity.wordpress.com/2007/0...and-organizer/

[drsaamah]

Thanks guys, this definitely helped. Hopefully others can use your advice as well!
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uh, how do you mark a thread as "Solved" now? The option seems to have disappeared...