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How Microsoft Entra ID is used as a directory for cloud apps
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory, or Azure AD) is used as a cloud-based directory service that manages and secures user identities, access, and permissions for cloud applications. It serves as a central identity provider for applications, services, and resources both within Microsoft’s ecosystem… [ Read more ]
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Azure Virtual Network explained in detail
Azure Virtual Network (VNet) is one of the fundamental building blocks in Azure that allows you to securely connect Azure resources to each other, the internet, and on-premises environments. It provides a private network where you can define and control the IP addressing, DNS settings,… [ Read more ]
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Compare Microsoft Entra ID to Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory, or Azure AD) and Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) are both identity and access management solutions provided by Microsoft, but they serve different purposes and are designed for different environments. Below is a comparison of the two:… [ Read more ]
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Subnets and Subnetting in Azure – Features and Use-cases
In Azure, subnets are an integral part of your Virtual Network (VNet) architecture. Subnets allow you to partition a VNet's IP address space into smaller, more manageable segments. Subnetting helps you organize and control the flow of network traffic, segment security policies, and ensure efficient… [ Read more ]
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Know everything about Azure Virtual Network – Features and Components
An Azure Virtual Network (VNet) is one of the foundational building blocks for your private network in Azure. It allows Azure resources to securely communicate with each other, the internet, and on-premises networks. Azure VNets provide isolation, segmentation, and secure communication between virtual machines (VMs),… [ Read more ]
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How to configure Azure Storage Security in Azure
Configuring Azure Storage security is crucial to ensure that your data is protected from unauthorized access. Azure provides multiple features and mechanisms to enhance storage security. Here's a step-by-step guide to configuring Azure Storage security. Secure Access to Azure Storage Accounts Enable Azure Active Directory… [ Read more ]
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How to configure diagnostic capabilities like IP flow verify, next hop, and network topology in Azure Network Watcher
To configure diagnostic capabilities such as IP Flow Verify, Next Hop, and Network Topology in Azure Network Watcher, you need to enable Network Watcher in the appropriate Azure region and ensure the necessary permissions are granted to run diagnostics on your network resources. Here's a… [ Read more ]
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How to configure Storage Accounts in Azure
Configuring storage accounts in Azure involves several steps to create, customize, and manage them for your specific requirements. Here's a step-by-step guide: Prerequisites Azure Subscription Ensure you have an active Azure subscription. Azure Portal Access Access the Azure Portal at . Create a Storage Account… [ Read more ]
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How to connect Azure Storage Explorer to a Storage Account
To connect Azure Storage Explorer to your Azure Storage account, you need to follow a few simple steps to authenticate and link your account. Azure Storage Explorer supports multiple connection methods, including using Azure Active Directory (AAD), connection strings, storage account keys, or Shared Access… [ Read more ]
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How to connect Azure Storage Explorer to Azure Data Lake Storage
To connect Azure Storage Explorer to Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS), you need to follow similar steps to connect to other Azure Storage resources. Azure Data Lake Storage is built on top of Azure Blob Storage, but it offers additional capabilities for big data analytics,… [ Read more ]
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How to create customer-managed keys (CMK) using Azure Key Vault
Creating customer-managed keys (CMK) in Azure involves using Azure Key Vault to generate and manage encryption keys. These keys are then associated with a storage account to encrypt data. Below is a step-by-step guide. Prerequisites 1. Azure Subscription You must have an active Azure subscription.… [ Read more ]
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How to create DNS zone and an A record by using Azure DNS
Below is a step-by-step guide for creating a DNS zone and adding an A (Address) Record using the Azure Portal. Prerequisites An active Azure subscription. A domain name (optional, for public zones). Step 1: Create a DNS Zone Sign in to Azure Portal: Navigate to… [ Read more ]
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How to create Shared Access Signatures (SAS) in Azure
A Shared Access Signature (SAS) in Azure allows secure, time-limited access to resources in a storage account without exposing the storage account's access keys. Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating a SAS. Prerequisites You need an Azure Storage account. Ensure you have the required permissions… [ Read more ]
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How to determine NSG Rules in Azure
What is a Network Security Group (NSG)? An NSG (Network Security Group) is a set of security rules that allow or deny traffic to Azure resources, such as Virtual Machines (VMs) and subnets. The rules in an NSG specify which traffic is allowed to flow… [ Read more ]
