Setting a List’s Maximum Message Length

You can set the maximum size message that the list accepts. You can disallow large attachments by setting a small maximum size, or you can allow file collaboration by setting an unlimited message size.

You use Server Admin to set the maximum message length.

To set a list’s maximum message length:

1In Server Admin, select a computer in the Servers list, then select Mail.

2Click Settings.

3Select the Mailing Lists tab.

4Select the list whose message length you want to set.

5Click the Edit (/) button under the Lists pane.

6Enter the maximum message length (in KB).

If you enter 0, the maximum length is unlimited.

7Click OK.

Creating a Mailing List Description

Sometimes it’s difficult to know the scope and subject matter of a mailing list from the short list name. The list information page contains a description of the list, the subject matter it covers, and (optionally) who is permitted to subscribe. These details are especially good for self-subscription lists. A potential subscriber can decide whether to subscribe from the list’s description.

You use the web interface to set the mailing list description. Web services must be enabled to access the web-based interface.

To create a list description:

1In a web browser, enter the URL of the list administration page.

This is usually server.domain.tld/mailman/admin/listname.

2Enter the master list password and click “Let me in.”

This is not the user’s login password. The master list password was set when mailing lists were enabled on the server. It was mailed to list administrators designated at that time.

3Make sure that General Options is selected from the Configuration Categories link section.

4Enter a short phrase in the description text box.

5In the info text box, enter information about the list, its rules, and its content expectations.

6Click Submit Your Changes.

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