Mozilla Thunderbird is the most widely used email client that is supported Biology and Geosciences. Apple Mail is used to a lesser extent but is also supported. Qualcomm Eudora (version 7.1 for Windows and 6.2.4 for Mac) should not be used as it is no longer maintained.
Use the links below for a summary of required settings as well as guides for setting up clients.
Required Settings - needed by any email client
POP vs. IMAP - which to use for reading mail
Configuration How-Tos
Thunderbird: POP IMAP Installer - Download from Mozilla.com
General Support/Tips
Thunderbird:
FAQ
Department of Biology