Cannot check my POP3 email from China

[lgwong]

This because China Telecom is filtering POP3 email connection. In order to overcome this, you need to use a secure POP3 connection (POP3s).

Here is an example of how to set this up in Outlook Express. Go to Tools --> Account --> choose your email account and click Properties --> Click the Advanced tab at the top --> check the box This server requires a SSL connection under the POP3

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Then check mail as usual, but there will be a warning popup.

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Just click yes, and proceed.