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Introducing Microsoft Entra ID
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly known as Azure Active Directory or Azure AD) is a comprehensive identity and access management solution designed to manage and secure access to applications, devices, and services in modern digital environments. Entra ID is part of the broader Microsoft Entra family,… [ 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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Microsoft Entra ID P1 and P2 premium plans: Quick Comparison
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory or Azure AD) offers several tiers of subscription plans designed to meet different organizational needs for identity and access management Entra ID P1 and Entra ID P2 are two premium plans that provide advanced features beyond the basic… [ 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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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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Let’s explore Microsoft Entra ID Concepts – Identity, Account, Microsoft Entra ID account, Tenant/directory, Azure subscription
In Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory or Azure AD), several key concepts define the structure and management of identities, accounts, and resources within the cloud environment. Understanding these concepts is crucial for effectively managing users, groups, roles, and access to resources. Below is… [ Read More ]
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How to import bulk user accounts with a template in Microsoft Entra ID?
Importing bulk user accounts into Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory, or Azure AD) can be done efficiently using a CSV template. Microsoft provides an easy-to-follow process for this using the Azure portal or PowerShell. Below, I’ll describe the steps for importing users using… [ Read More ]
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How to Assign Licenses to Users and Groups in Entra ID?
In Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), assigning licenses to users and groups is an essential part of managing access to various Microsoft services and applications like Office 365, Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and others. Licenses in Microsoft Entra ID are typically assigned to… [ Read More ]
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How to configure group accounts and assignment types in Microsoft Entra ID?
Configuring group accounts and assignment types in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory, or Azure AD) is an essential part of managing access to resources, applications, and services in a cloud-based environment. Groups in Microsoft Entra ID are used to manage collections of users,… [ Read More ]