Simple definition
Microsoft’s cloud platform offers computing, storage, network, databases and many managed services.
Technical definition
Azure provides services IaaS, PaaS and serverlyt distributed in several regions and integrated into the Microsoft ecosystem.
What is it used for ?
Hosting VMs, applications, networks, databases or cloud services.
Practical example
A company can deploy a Windows VM and a virtual Azure network for a business application.
Common issues
- Unattended costs
- Resources publicly disclosed
- Rights IAM too wide
Related terms
IaaS · PaaS · Cloud computing
Key takeaway: This entry explains the general operation of the term. Exact settings may vary depending on software, vendors and environments.