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This section will detail some of the things the you can do with Mailman through the web interface. This assumes that you are able to access your list's information page either directly or through the directory of lists discussed in the getting information section.

In the event that you are unable to access the list's web interface but still have access to e-mail, alternate instructions can be found the this document's final section: using Mailman without the web.

When you arrive at the information page of a list you will see information divided into sections. The first section directs you to the list's archives if they are available. See the archive section for detailed information.

The list info page also tells you how to send a note to the list. Note that the conventional list configuration prevents postings to the list from people who have not subscribed: so if you try to send a note to the list before you join it the message will probably be rejected and returned to you.

The third section is about subscribing to the list and becoming a member of the list.

At the bottom of the list information page is a section for people who are already subscribers. The first option is a button that allows you to see the people who are subscribed to the list. Note that some list owners disable this function in which case it will not appear on this page. Other lists make this option available only to individuals who are members of the list - in which case you will be prompted for your e-mail address and list password after requesting subscriber information.

The final item on the page allows list subscribers to change their configuration information. Members of the list can type their e-mail address into the box (they need to use the address that the mail list delivers mail to if they have multiple addresses) and then click the Edit Options button. Details on this feature are in the List Options section below.