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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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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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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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Azure RBAC Roles vs. Entra ID Roles
Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Microsoft Entra Identity (Entra ID) Roles both manage user access and permissions in Microsoft cloud environments, but they serve different purposes, focus areas, and management mechanisms. Here's a detailed comparison to understand when and how each is used. 1.… [ Read more ]
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Top 10 things to do with Microsoft Entra Domain Services
Microsoft Entra Domain Services (formerly Azure Active Directory Domain Services, or Azure AD DS) is a fully managed service that provides domain-joined functionality in the cloud without requiring you to deploy, configure, or manage traditional on-premises domain controllers. It allows organizations to use Active Directory… [ Read more ]
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Adding Role assignment in Azure RBAC
In Azure, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) helps manage who can access Azure resources, what actions they can perform, and at which scope. To grant someone access to a resource, you need to assign them a role (e.g., Reader, Contributor, Owner) within a defined scope (e.g.,… [ Read more ]
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How to manage cost while using Azure Cloud Services
Managing costs in Azure is crucial for businesses to ensure that they optimize their spending on cloud services, prevent unexpected billing surprises, and align cloud costs with organizational budgets. Azure offers several tools and strategies to help track, manage, and reduce cloud costs effectively. Here's… [ Read more ]
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What is self-service password reset in Microsoft Entra ID and how to do it
Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) is a feature in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) that allows users to reset their own passwords without the need for IT support. This improves user productivity by reducing helpdesk workload, speeds up the password recovery process, and enhances security… [ Read more ]
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Know about your Azure subscriptions
An Azure subscription is an essential building block in Microsoft Azure's cloud platform, representing a container for managing resources and services within Microsoft’s cloud environment. Understanding Azure subscriptions is crucial for managing and organizing your resources, access control, billing, and compliance. Here’s what you need… [ Read more ]
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What are the things to know about cloud identity accounts in Entra ID
Cloud identity accounts in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory or Azure AD) represent identities that exist primarily in the cloud and are used to authenticate and authorize access to resources hosted in cloud environments, such as Microsoft 365, Azure services, and third-party cloud… [ Read more ]
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How to obtain an Azure Subscription
To obtain an Azure subscription, you'll need to create a Microsoft account, sign up for Azure, and select a subscription plan that best fits your needs. Here are the steps to acquire an Azure subscription: Step-by-Step Process to Obtain an Azure Subscription 1. Create a… [ Read more ]
