In a Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 environment, it takes a long time to expand a distribution list by using Exchange Web Services (EWS). For example, it takes about 20 seconds to expand a distribution list by using EWS. However, you can use Outlook Web App (OWA) to expand the same distribution list instantly.
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