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This is the heart of version 2.2.

  • Output: Generates three files:
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    | Feature | Description | |---------|-------------| | Multi-account monitoring | Up to 5 mailboxes simultaneously. | | Discreet notification | System tray icon changes color when new mail arrives. | | Audible alert | Customizable .WAV file on new mail detection. | | Header preview | Shows “From”, “Subject”, and date/time without downloading full message. | | Automatic polling | Configurable intervals (1–60 minutes). | | Manual check | One-click refresh from system tray. | | Logging | Basic logs of last check time and errors. |

    HMC Mail Checker 2.2 does not win any awards for graphic design, and that is by design. The interface is utilitarian, resembling the system utilities of the Windows XP/7 era. It consists of a straightforward tabbed menu for adding accounts, setting up server ports, and configuring alerts.

    Because the UI is so barebones, the learning curve is practically flat. You input your email address, server address (e.g., imap.gmail.com), port, and password, and you are done. There are no themes, dark modes, or unnecessary dashboards. For users who just want to set it and forget it, this simplicity is a massive plus.

    Getting version 2.2 running is straightforward, but you must follow these steps precisely to avoid false negatives.

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