Microsoft Azure cloud services

The Microsoft Azure cloud services topic channel gives admins information on how to implement and administer Microsoft's native cloud services, including identity management, Azure storage and dedicated private connections. This topic channel also explores new features in Azure and offers advice on public cloud integration with on-premises environments.

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September 26, 2018 26 Sep'18
Windows Admin Center unlocks Server 2019 features

Not just for troubleshooting, Windows Admin Center helps admins unlock the full potential of the latest Windows Server offering.
June 20, 2018 20 Jun'18
Archive360 mixes and matches cloud data archiving elements

Archive360's Archive2Azure previously supported file and message archiving. Now, users can archive Salesforce and healthcare data, among other elements, to the Azure cloud.
June 06, 2018 06 Jun'18
Success of GitHub deal hinges on Azure's open source appeal

Microsoft's ongoing détente with the open source community advances with a deal to purchase GitHub, the world's largest open source code repository.
March 27, 2018 27 Mar'18
IT mulls multi-user Windows 10 as Server 2019 drops RDSH

Multi-user Windows 10 could replace RDSH, which isn't in the first Windows Server 2019 preview. The move has ramifications for app compatibility, XenApp and Windows licensing.

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How does AD DS differ from Microsoft Azure Active Directory?

On-premises Active Directory or Azure AD? It doesn't have to be an either/or situation, as more cloud services are making their way into traditional data center environments. Continue Reading
Azure file shares service lifts admin storage concerns

Admins who have tired of managing traditional file shares can see if the Azure Files service works as a substitute for traditional data center storage. Continue Reading
How to build a Packer image for Azure

Packer is an open source tool that automates the Windows Server image building process to give administrators a consistent approach to create new VMs. Continue Reading

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Azure PaaS strategy hones in on hybrid cloud, containers

Microsoft's PaaS offerings might have a leg-up in terms of support for hybrid deployments, but the vendor still faces tough competition in a quickly evolving app-dev market. Continue Reading
Azure IaaS vs. PaaS: Find the right service to reduce costs

Ready to migrate on-premises workloads to the cloud? Administrators should question their assumptions before diving in with Azure IaaS and consider the benefits of PaaS. Continue Reading
Understand Azure VM boot diagnostics

Enable Azure VM boot diagnostics with Azure Portal or PowerShell to capture logs that can help you troubleshoot boot failures and obtain screenshots to see the VM's current state. Continue Reading

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Azure PowerShell cmdlets monitor, manage VMs

PowerShell gives administrators a way to customize reports that hone in on the details that matter to the business, such as the configuration of production VMs. Continue Reading
Use the Azure Custom Script Extension for your Azure VMs

To execute custom scripts for Azure Windows and Linux VMs to support post-deployment configurations, you'll have to download the Azure Custom Script Extension plug-in. Continue Reading
Use Azure AD authentication and authorization services

To configure Azure AD authentication, use express settings if the application registration is already done or manual steps if you need to create a new application registration. Continue Reading

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How to bring Azure costs down to earth

Don't let Azure VMs rack up a huge monthly bill from Microsoft. Figure out your business needs, then adjust the options in Azure to minimize charges. Continue Reading
Troubleshoot Azure AD synchronization issues with these strategies

Identifying AD synchronization issues is easy, but fixing them can be tricky. Resolve synchronization errors and ensure user accounts are operational with these best practices. Continue Reading
Untangling the confusion in the Microsoft Azure portal

Administrators must grapple with Azure management portal changes as Resource Manager displaces the classic Service Management portal. Continue Reading