Re: [Exim] Callout timeouts: opinions sought

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Author: Tim Jackson
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To: exim-users
Subject: Re: [Exim] Callout timeouts: opinions sought
Hi Philip, on Thu, 19 Aug 2004 12:30:49 +0100 (BST) you wrote:

> I think it is clear that we need an overall timeout on the callout
> process. The question is whether
>    (a) To invent a totally new parameter ("overall callout timeout");


I would say this would probably be my preferred option; it gives maximum
flexibility even if it does mean the unfortunate complication of Yet
Another Option (but then, that isn't so bad as long as the default is
sensible and people don't *have* to use it if they don't want).


Tim