In writing code to send an email why...Is httpClient enough for sending an email to a gmail server?

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In writing code to send an email why there is a need of localhost .
Can we send email from an app. does not running on localhost.Is httpClient enough for sending an email to a gmail server?

Posted 20-Dec-11 19:52pm

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OriginalGriff · Accepted Answer · 2011-12-20T20:39:00

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You don't nend localhost - you can specify the email sender in the code very easily. You can't use HttpClient though - you need to talk to SMTP instead. There is a generic routine for it here: Sending an Email in C# with or without attachments: generic routine.[^]

Posted 20-Dec-11 20:39pm

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