Can microsoft exchange mail accounts have groups

Yes, Microsoft Exchange mail accounts can have groups. In fact, Exchange Server has a built-in feature called "Distribution Groups" or "Mail Groups" that allows you to create groups of users who can receive emails sent to a specific email address.

Here are some key features of Exchange Mail Groups:

  1. Distribution Groups: These are groups of users who can receive emails sent to a specific email address. Members of the group can be added or removed as needed.
  2. Mail-enabled Groups: These are groups that have a dedicated email address and can receive emails. Members of the group can reply to emails sent to the group address.
  3. Security Groups: These are groups that are used for security purposes, such as controlling access to resources or assigning permissions. They do not have a dedicated email address.
  4. Dynamic Distribution Groups: These are groups that are based on a query or filter, such as a specific department or location. Members of the group are automatically updated based on the query or filter.

To create a mail group in Exchange, you can follow these steps:

  1. Open the Exchange Admin Center (EAC) and navigate to the "Recipients" tab.
  2. Click on "Groups" and then click on "New Group".
  3. Enter a name and email address for the group, and select the type of group you want to create (Distribution Group, Mail-enabled Group, or Security Group).
  4. Add members to the group by clicking on the "Members" tab and selecting the users you want to add.
  5. Configure any additional settings, such as the group's email address and permissions.

Once you've created a mail group, you can send emails to the group address, and all members of the group will receive the email. You can also use the group address to send emails to multiple recipients at once, making it a convenient way to communicate with a large group of people.