Managing Microsoft Groups Flashcards

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What are the five types of groups within Microsoft 365?

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The five types of groups are Distribution Groups, Security Groups, Mail-Enabled Security Groups, Dynamic Distribution Groups, and Microsoft 365 Groups.

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What is the purpose of a distribution group?

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Distribution groups are used for sending emails to a large group of users within a Microsoft 365 tenant.

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What is the main purpose of a security group?

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Security groups are used to assign permissions to users for accessing specific resources or folders.

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What is a mail-enabled security group?

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A mail-enabled security group combines the functionalities of a distribution group and a security group, allowing for both email distribution and permission management.

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How is a dynamic distribution group different from a regular distribution group?

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A dynamic distribution group has a dynamic membership that updates automatically based on predefined filters when an email is sent to the group.

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What additional features do Microsoft 365 groups offer?

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Microsoft 365 groups combine the capabilities of distribution groups with additional collaboration features such as a shared inbox, calendar, document library, planner, and more.

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How can Microsoft 365 groups be managed in a cloud-only or hybrid scenario?

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In a cloud-only scenario, Microsoft 365 groups can be managed through the Microsoft 365 admin center, PowerShell, or the Azure AD admin center. In a hybrid scenario, the management approach may vary depending on the synchronization with on-premises AD DS.

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