Author: Datablog

You don’t always need a password to sign in. Azure supports three types of passwordless authentication that work with Microsoft Entra ID. 1. Windows Hello for Business This works on Windows 10 version 1809 or newer.Instead of a password, users log in with a face scan, fingerprint, or PIN.The PIN is stored more securely than READ MORE

Managing access securely and conveniently is a core part of working in the cloud. Microsoft Entra ID supports both Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to help meet this need. at is Single Sign-On (SSO)? Single Sign-On (SSO) lets users sign in once and access multiple applications and services without needing to re-enter their READ MORE

In this video, we’ll look at the difference between Authentication and Authorization. Authentication Authentication (AuthN) answers the question: “Who are you?” In Azure, authentication is typically handled using Microsoft Entra ID. This identity service allows users to sign in securely to Azure services. To further increase security, Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) can be used. MFA requires READ MORE

Microsoft Entra ID (formerly known as Azure Active Directory) is a comprehensive identity and access management (IAM) solution provided by Microsoft. It enables secure access to resources across Azure, Microsoft 365, and thousands of other cloud applications. Key Characteristics Who Uses Microsoft Entra ID? Features and Capabilities Microsoft Entra ID plays a critical role in READ MORE

When moving to the cloud, it’s important to consider how best to migrate your data, applications, and workloads. Azure offers several options depending on your specific needs. Azure Migrate If you need to lift and shift workloads such as SQL Server to an Azure Virtual Machine, Azure Migrate is the ideal tool. It provides a READ MORE

Azure File Sync is a service that bridges your on-premises file servers and Azure cloud storage. It allows you to centralize your files in Azure Files, while still giving users fast access from their local Windows Servers. What Is Azure File Sync? Think of Azure File Sync as Dropbox for Azure. You can store your READ MORE

Azure Storage Explorer is a free, standalone application that enables you to easily work with Azure Storage data. It offers a graphical interface, making it more user-friendly for those who prefer not to use command-line tools like AzCopy. What Is Azure Storage Explorer? Azure Storage Explorer lets you access and manage storage resources such as: READ MORE

AzCopy is a command-line utility that allows you to copy files or blobs to and from Azure storage accounts. It is a highly efficient and secure tool for transferring data and is commonly used by Azure administrators and developers. What is AzCopy? AzCopy is an executable file that doesn’t require full installation. You can run READ MORE

Redundancy in Azure Storage ensures your data remains available and durable, even in the case of hardware or regional failures. Azure offers a range of redundancy options that replicate your data within a region or across regions. Redundancy Within a Primary Region Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) Zone-Redundant Storage (ZRS) Redundancy Across Regions (Geo-replication) Azure can READ MORE

Azure File Storage allows you to store files securely in the cloud and access them from anywhere using industry-standard protocols. It’s especially useful when you need a shared file system that behaves like a network drive. What Is Azure File Storage? Azure File Storage enables you to store and share files using SMB 3.0 (Server READ MORE