AZ-204 Developing for Microsoft Azure Exam Prep - Introduction to Azure Active Directory (AD)

The video tutorial discusses authentication and access control in Microsoft Azure, focusing on Azure Active Directory (AD). It explains how to set up Azure AD, differentiates it from Windows AD, and introduces Azure AD Connect for synchronizing on-premises directories with the cloud. The tutorial covers user authentication options, including single sign-on and third-party authentication using social media credentials. It concludes with a preview of future topics related to cloud development and security.

What is the primary service in Microsoft Azure for managing identity and access control?

• Azure Key Vault

• Azure Active Directory

• Azure Security Center

• Azure Monitor

How does Azure AD Connect benefit organizations with on-premises Active Directory?

• It enhances network security.

• It provides cloud storage for user data.

• It synchronizes on-premises AD with Azure AD.

• It offers a backup solution for AD data.

What is a key difference between Azure Active Directory and Windows Active Directory?

• Azure AD is only for cloud applications.

• Windows AD is used for cloud services.

• Azure AD cannot be synchronized with on-premises AD.

• Windows AD supports third-party logins.

Which of the following is NOT a method for user authentication in Azure Active Directory?

• Using corporate credentials

• Creating native Azure users

• Using third-party social media credentials

• Using biometric authentication

What is the role of Azure Active Directory in cloud identity management?

• It provides network monitoring services.

• It is the central service for identity and authentication.

• It serves as a database for application data.

• It manages cloud storage solutions.