AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator Full Course - Azure Active Directory Features and Benefits

Azure Active Directory (AD) is a cloud-based directory service that manages identities for cloud and on-premise applications. It supports a wide range of devices and offers security features like SAML single sign-on and identity protection. Azure AD helps organizations reduce costs through self-service capabilities and is compatible with applications like Office 365 and Salesforce.

What is Azure Active Directory primarily used for?

• Hosting websites

• Developing mobile applications

• Cloud-based directory services

• Managing on-premise servers

How can on-premise applications benefit from Azure Active Directory?

• By migrating to cloud servers

• Through application proxy for SAML authentication

• By installing Azure software locally

• By using a VPN connection

Which of the following devices can Azure Active Directory be used with?

• Only Mac OS devices

• Only Linux devices

• Only Windows devices

• A multitude of devices including iPads and PDAs

What kind of reports does Azure Active Directory provide to enhance security?

• Advanced security reports

• Financial reports

• User activity reports

• Marketing reports

How does Azure Active Directory help in reducing costs?

• By offering free cloud storage

• Through self-service capabilities

• By reducing the need for physical servers

• By providing discounts on Microsoft products