startin, startout, stopms

[Hugo van der Kooij]

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Steve Campbell wrote:
> I'm getting hammered today and my input queue just keeps growing and
> growing. I'd like to stop the input queue from receiving more mail but
> still process what's there using MS. What option do I give my
> /etc/rc.d/init.d/MailScanner command to accomplish this?

That highly depends on the mta used.  One way would be to block inbound
session with iptables and let the other side send it to your backup
server(s) That would require no change at all to MailScanner or the MTA
of your choice.

Hugo


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	A: Yes.
	>Q: Are you sure?
	>>A: Because it reverses the logical flow of conversation.
	>>>Q: Why is top posting frowned upon?

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