Postfix¶
Description¶
This role installs and configures Postfix – a mail transfer agent – on the target system. It deploys a preconfigured aliases file (using a Jinja2 template) that defines mail redirections and standard aliases for local mail delivery.
Overview¶
Optimized for secure and reliable mail delivery, this role:
Installs Postfix via pacman.
Provides a default aliases file to route system mail appropriately.
Configures essential Postfix parameters via a templated main configuration file (if needed).
Purpose¶
The primary purpose of this role is to set up a robust mail transfer agent configuration for local mail delivery. It ensures that system-generated mail (such as error messages) is delivered to the correct administrative address.
Features¶
Postfix Installation: Ensures the Postfix package is installed.
Aliases Configuration: Deploys a default aliases file to direct system mail.
System Integration: Works in conjunction with the administrator user role for secure mail routing.