OpenSRS is a wholesaler of domain names, SSL certificates, security, and privacy products, apart from hosted email solutions. It develops interfaces for web hosts, internet service providers, and web companies, who can offer white label solutions that are built on OpenSRS solutions.<\/p>\n
Among its most widely used products is its Hosted Email solution. It is estimated that there are over 4 million users on the platform. While end-users might be using the webmail solution along with features such as spam and virus protection, they might not realize that they are using OpenSRS services that are customized by resellers. While such customized solutions are affordable and seemingly feature-rich, they are unlikely to match up with the industry-leading Microsoft Office 365 productivity suite. In this article, let us explore how to migrate from OpenSRS to Office 365.<\/p>\n
Here are some reasons why resellers and end-customers should switch from customized OpenSRS Webmail to Office 365\/ Microsoft 365.<\/p>\n
OpenSRS Webmail is an IMAP enabled email service. While the exact steps can vary based on the customizations of the provider, the easiest method to switch from OpenSRS email service to Office 365 is using an IMAP migration prescribed by Microsoft. Below is the summary of the steps to perform such a migration.<\/p>\n
Bundled email solutions may offer several features that are similar to those of their full-fledged counterparts at much lower prices, but they almost always have some caveats. OpenSRS, for example, does not support underscores in Cname records, which is a deviation from accepted DNS standards. This could prevent the validation of nameservers and increase vulnerabilities.<\/p>\n
Switching from a bundled or customized email solutions, such as OpenSRS Webmail to Office 365\/ Microsoft 365 direct tenant ensures that your data is always protected. You have full administrative control over your account and can customize it based on your requirements.<\/p>\n
As a Tier 1 Microsoft CSP<\/strong>, Apps4Rent can help you migrate to Office 365\/ Microsoft 365<\/a> from bundled email services provided by ISP, hosting service providers, resellers, and other vendors, such as GoDaddy, HostGator, cPanel, and Google. Contact our Microsoft certified migration experts, available 24\/7 via phone, chat, and email for assistance. <\/p>
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