Microsoft Azure MVP | Cloud Computing
Hello Azure Community,
Migrating workloads to the cloud requires a balance between performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency. Azure has taken another step forward by introducing support for Premium SSD v2 disks in Azure Migrate, making it easier for businesses to move high-performance applications while benefiting from the latest storage advancements.
Continue reading “Azure Migrate Now Supports Premium SSD v2 Disks – More Performance, More Flexibility”Hello Azure Community,
As cybersecurity threats evolve, ensuring that cloud-based workloads are protected against vulnerabilities is more critical than ever. Microsoft Azure provides Trusted Launch to enhance the security of virtual machines (VMs) with Secure Boot and virtual Trusted Platform Module (vTPM) features, helping to defend against rootkits, firmware attacks, and other sophisticated threats.
Trusted Launch is natively supported on Generation 2 VMs, but organizations running Generation 1 VMs can now upgrade them to benefit from these security enhancements. This guide outlines the necessary steps to perform a smooth transition while minimizing downtime and avoiding configuration issues.
Dear Azure Community,
Azure Front Door Premium has expanded its capabilities by introducing support for additional origin types through Azure Private Link. This enhancement allows organizations to securely integrate services such as Application Gateway, API Management, and Azure Container Apps as origins, ensuring that these services remain inaccessible from the public internet while delivering content through public Front Door endpoints.
Continue reading “Azure Front Door Premium Expands Private Link Support to New Origin Types”Hello Azure Community,
Azure Backup has introduced the Cross-Subscription Restore (CSR) feature, empowering users to restore Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) and their associated data across different subscriptions within the same tenant. This advancement offers greater flexibility in managing backup and disaster recovery strategies.
Hello Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Users,
Microsoft has introduced the AKS Communication Manager, currently in preview, to enhance the management of maintenance tasks within AKS clusters. This feature leverages Azure Resource Notification and Azure Resource Graph frameworks to provide timely alerts on maintenance events, facilitating proactive management and reducing operational overhead.
Continue reading “Streamlining AKS Maintenance with the Communication Manager”Dear Azure Community,
Microsoft has introduced Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC) support for Azure DNS, enhancing protection against DNS-related attacks and ensuring the integrity of domain name resolutions. This update enables organizations to secure their DNS infrastructure with cryptographic validation, helping prevent threats such as cache poisoning, DNS spoofing, and man-in-the-middle attacks.
Continue reading “Azure DNS Introduces DNSSEC Support in Public Preview”Hello Azure Community,
Microsoft has introduced new features within Azure Migrate to streamline migration processes and bolster hybrid cloud management through Azure Arc. These enhancements aim to provide organizations with deeper insights and control over their IT environments during migration journeys.
Hello Azure Community,
Microsoft has announced a substantial reduction in the Protected Instance (PI) fees for Azure Backup of SAP HANA databases running on Azure Virtual Machines, effective September 1, 2024. This update aims to deliver enhanced value and cost efficiency for enterprises safeguarding their critical SAP HANA data.
Continue reading “Azure Backup Significantly Reduces Costs for SAP HANA Database Protection”Hello Azure Enthusiasts,
Microsoft has introduced a public preview of the IP Address Management (IPAM) feature within Azure Virtual Network Manager, aiming to simplify and centralize IP address management across virtual networks.
Dear Azure Community,
Microsoft has announced the general availability of Live Resize for Azure Premium SSD v2 and Ultra Disks, enabling dynamic scaling of storage resources without incurring downtime.
