ICloud Mail & Incoming Server info "lost"

I have "lost" my Incoming Server link/information 3 times today. When I delete and recreate the acct, it works for 3-4 hours, then is lost again.  Any ideas?

Additional information: by using my password, I'm able to reestabish the server connection.  So the question above remains: why does this keep happening?

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  • TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS RE: iCLOUD MAIL SERVER DROPOUT

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    MYTHS AND FACTS RE: iCLOUD MAIL SERVER DROPOUT- WHAT I'VE LEARNED
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    For the most part, that went right over my head and didn’t answer anything, but I hope it means something to you.
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    So, I'm hoping that checking SSL and using port 25 somehow solves the problem to the satisfaction of our IT professionals at the University ...
    Again, thanks for taking the time to educate the rest of us!

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