Distribution Groups vs. Microsoft 365 Groups vs. Listserv Lists

ITS offers several tools for email distribution list functionality. Please review the chart below to see which is the best fit for your needs.

	Distribution Groups (Request form)	Dynamic Distribution Groups (More information)	Microsoft 365 Groups (More information)	Listserv Lists (Request form)

	Distribution Groups (Request form)	Dynamic Distribution Groups (More information)	Microsoft 365 Groups (More information)	Listserv Lists (Request form)
Email distribution functionality
Listed in GAL (Global Address List)		(Can be hidden)
Anyone in the GAL can view subscriber/membership list
Calendar
File Storage (OneDrive for Business) space
OneNote notebook
Web Interface for viewing and responding to group messages				(If archives are enabled)
Archive of messages sent
Granular delivery management options
Ability to include external users (non-albany.edu) as list members
Group membership management	By Owners	Automatic (criteria-based)	By Owners	By Owners