An office is experiencing difficulties with employees being unable to dispatch electronic messages. The IT department suspects a problem with the outgoing mail server configuration. What is the FIRST detail that needs to be checked to resolve this issue?
Check whether the port settings for dispatching messages are set appropriately.
Verify if the option for server authentication is enabled for outgoing correspondence.
Ensure the server address for outgoing messages is correct.
Determine if the server is utilizing the correct encryption method.
The server address is crucial as it specifies the destination where electronic messages are routed for dispatching. If this detail is incorrect, the mail client won't be able to establish a connection, leading to failure in dispatching messages. Address verification should precede checking ports, encryption, or server authentication settings, as it is the most fundamental requirement for establishing successful communication with the mail server.
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