When using "Mail" where are my emails saved?

Just wanted to know if by using "Mail", are my emails stored on my computer or are they still accessed via a server out in the ether?

There are two basic protocols: POP and IMAP. See What is the Difference between POP and IMAP Mail Server? for a good comparison.
POP does not store your messages on a server. They are downloaded to the computer. IMAP stores everything on the server rather than on your computer. This means your mail is accessible from anywhere and from any computer.
Because IMAP accounts use server storage they cost money. POP accounts may often be free because they do not use any server resources.

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    Begin forwarded message:
    From: Frances Topping <[email protected]>
    Subject: Re: - Old computer I had is OSX Snow Leopard with Entourage. New one is OSX Mavericks. Using Mail where are my addresses and old address book. Transferred old computer backup by Time Machine and other things work? Can't see a symbol for address book.
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    To: discussions-replies <[email protected]>
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