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From: Uday Reddy <uDOTsDOTreddy@cs.bham.ac.uk>
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Subject: Re: Synchronizing Gmail inbox using Emacs (rmail mode *or* other
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On 2/12/2011 4:35 PM, Umar wrote:
> I'd like to know if there is an utility to synchronize my Gmail inbox using Emacs (I am a fan of Rmail mode).

I don't think Rmail can synchronize with IMAP servers (of which gmail is 
one).

However, you might consider moving to VM, which can work with 
Rmail-style folders and synchronize with IMAP servers.

You might be able to find VM in your Linux distribution, or  you can 
download it from here:

   http://www.nongnu.org/viewmail/

Cheers,
Uday