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Postfix vs Tailscale

A side-by-side look at Postfix and Tailscale. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Postfix

Postfix

Network & Admin

Postfix is a popular open source Mail Transfer Agent (MTA) that routes and delivers email. It is a fast, easy to administer, and secure alternative to Sendmail. Postfix handles basic email routing and delivery well.

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Tailscale

Tailscale

Network & Admin

Tailscale is a zero config VPN that makes networks easy to manage. It creates a private network between devices, servers, and clouds. Tailscale requires no physical infrastructure or exposed ports. It uses WireGuard under the hood for secure and fast connections.

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