Creating a dynamic distribution list
Create an email account that does not have a shared email inbox, but instead sends all incoming mail to a dynamically generated list of users that updates itself based on specified criteria, such as users listed under a specific department. In this recipe, we'll create a dynamic distribution list.
Getting ready
You'll need to be an Exchange admin or have the Organization Management or Recipient Management roles to create distribution groups.
How to do it…
- Go to the classic Exchange admin center at https://outlook.office.com/ecp/.
- Choose groups from beneath the recipients header:
Figure 4.16 – The groups link under the recipients section
- Select Dynamic distribution list from the drop-down menu next to the New Office 365 group button:
Figure 4.17 – Additional group type options available when using the arrow next to New Office 365 group
- Enter the display name, the alias, notes, and the owner...
