Can't keep connection to Verizon mail server

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I'm having problems keeping a connection to the Verizon mail server using both Apple Mail and Microsoft Outlook for Mac on different computers at two different locations. I have several accounts that I monitor. When I open either application, all accounts make a connection with the server. However, after a short time, I notice that some—but not all—accounts drop the connection. After I manually attempt mail retrieval, the dropped connections are re-established, but I lose others. Accounts affected seem random.

All accounts have same settings:

in: pop.verizon.net

port: 995 using SSL

out smtp.verizon.net

port: 465 using SSL

auth: password

Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated

MJLJr

I've had the same problem over the last 24 hours (since 7/8/15). I contacted Verizon and after some account checking on my computer, they said the problem was with my "MacMail" program and that I should call Apple. I called Apple and after doing several checks (including screen share), the Apple Rep said it was a Verizon problem. Just then the Apple Tech told me he just got a "notice" from his upper Techs announcing that Verizon sent out a notice advising there was troubles with their system with this message from Verizon.:
"Email outage We're sorry, but we are experiencing an email system issue. Please check back in one hour."

The Verizon URL stating this can be found at: http://www.verizon.com/support/residential/internet/fiosinternet/email/troubleshooting/questionsone/85634.htm That's all I can tell you at this time.