> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://lorros.gitbook.io/lorros-guide/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://lorros.gitbook.io/lorros-guide/discussions/anatomy-of-a-discussion/when-to-use-discussions-when-to-use-email.md).

# When to Use Discussions, When to Use Email

A LORROS discussion should be used:

* If it involves most of the group.
* Requires feedback
* Has an end date.

An email should be used:

* If it only involves a few members of the group.
* Does not require feedback *(not a conversation)*.