Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), now officially rebranded as as of July 2023, is Microsoft’s cloud-based identity and access management (IAM) solution.
Admins manage all users, groups, and device permissions from a single web-based portal (the Entra admin center). 🏛️ Azure AD vs. Traditional Active Directory (AD) What is Azure Active Directory?
Users log in once to access thousands of cloud apps (like Salesforce, Slack, and Microsoft 365) without re-entering credentials. Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), now officially rebranded
A "smart bouncer" that grants or denies access based on real-time signals like user location, device health, and sign-in risk. Traditional Active Directory (AD) Users log in once
It serves as the "security guard" for your digital workspace, verifying user identities and ensuring the right people have access to the right resources. 🛡️ Core Features
Adds a second layer of security (e.g., a phone app or text code), which Microsoft claims blocks 99.9% of identity-based attacks.
What is Azure Active Directory? A Complete Overview - Varonis