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What is PHP Mail?


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PHP mail is actually a function of the PHP language. Using the mail function, you can send an e-mail directly from a php script with ease. To send mail using the PHP mail function, you are only required to specify the recipient, subject and message. When sending a mailing it is suggested to also include the FROM header so that any replies to the e-mail are sent to the correct e-mail address.

The PHP mail function is used commonly with a contact form on a webpage for instance, so that a potential customer can contact a representative of the company via its web site for more info.

For more information about the PHP mail function, please reference PHP: mail - Manual

You can also reference the How do I sent an e-mail from a PHP script? for a general walkthrough on sending your first e-mail using PHP on a 1&1 package.


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