Identity in Azure Understanding Azure AD, Authentication, and Authorization

In today’s digital-first world, managing user identities and access securely is paramount. Microsoft Azure provides a robust platform for identity management through Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), helping organizations protect sensitive data while ensuring seamless user experiences. Understanding the differences between authentication and authorization in Azure, and how Azure AD facilitates them, is crucial for IT professionals, developers, and security experts alike.

In this article, we will explore the fundamentals of identity in Azure, the role of Azure AD, and how authentication and authorization work together to secure cloud applications and resources.

 

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