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What is the difference between distribution group and dynamic distribution group?

What is the difference between distribution group and dynamic distribution group?

Unlike regular distribution groups that contain a defined set of members, the membership list for dynamic distribution groups is calculated each time a message is sent to the group, based on the filters and conditions that you define.

What is the difference between a static and dynamic distribution list?

The members of static distribution lists are added and removed manually by the group administrators. Dynamic distribution list members are filtered automatically because you have to choose a user attribute of Active Directory, based on which members are automatically contacted when emails are sent to this group.

What is the difference between a group and a distribution list?

Both Office 365 groups and distribution lists can be used to send emails. Use a distribution list if you only need to send emails. If you need additional collaboration features, use the groups.

What does it mean to be in a dynamic distribution group?

A dynamic distribution group includes any recipient in Active Directory with attribute values that match its filter. If a recipient’s properties are modified to match the filter, the recipient could inadvertently become a group member and start receiving messages that are sent to the group.

How to create dynamic distribution group using cmdlet?

With the New-DynamicDistributionGroup cmdlet, use the RecipientContainer parameter to specify an OU. This example creates the dynamic distribution group “Mailbox Users DDG” that contains only mailbox users. This example creates a dynamic distribution group with a custom recipient filter.

Where are the filter and condition tabs in dynamic distribution group?

The Filter and Conditions tabs are where you change the filter and condition behavior for a dynamic distribution group. As you can see in Figure 3.42, the Filter tab is where you can change the recipient container and the recipient types used by the group. Figure 3.42. The Filter Tab

Can a dynamic group be created in exchange online?

Yes, Exchange Online supports dynamic membership for email distribution groups! Unlike security groups, the group membership is calculated each time a message is sent to the group. To set up and manage dynamic distribution groups, you need to use the Exchange Admin Center or Exchange Online PowerShell.