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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Understand Azure Update Management basics

Microsoft provides a variety of tools that IT administrators can use to simplify update deployment, including Azure Update Management. Find out if the service will work with your systems. Continue Reading
How to set up a CI/CD pipeline in the Azure DevOps console

Follow the steps in this how-to video from Matt Browne of TechSnips to quickly get your web app up and running on Microsoft Azure with a CI/CD pipeline. Continue Reading
IT pros must adapt to Azure certification path changes

Microsoft reworked its Azure certifications recently and offers an upgrade path for IT pros with older credentials, but there is little time before the transition tests expire. Continue Reading

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Server 2008 R2 end of life hitting home for many in IT

As Microsoft support for Server 2008 R2 nears its sunset, a raft of complications make it difficult for many in IT to get on board with the Azure platform. Continue Reading
How to secure Azure RDP virtual machine access with a jumpbox

A jumpbox can be a handy tool to improve security in a Microsoft Azure deployment. For starters, it blocks the public IP address automatically associated with any VMs. Continue Reading
Understanding what Azure AD federation really means

A company that adopts SaaS apps to get work done can ease the transition by implementing a single sign-on method. Learn how to set up this arrangement in a secure manner. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

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
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
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

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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