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What is Microsoft Azure?

Azure is Microsoft's cloud computing platform, and it offers many different services, such as computing, storage, networking, databases, analytics, machine learning, and more. Using a global network of data centers run by Microsoft, allows companies to create, distribute, and manage applications and services. Azure also provides a range of frameworks and tools for programmers to build and deploy applications, as well as a scalable and adaptable infrastructure for companies to meet their evolving needs.

Since its initial release in 2010, Azure has become one of the most popular cloud computing platforms worldwide. It provides a variety of services, such as Platform as a Service (PaaS), Software as a Service(SaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).

Azure’s global footprint, with data centers in various locations across the world, is one of its advantages. Businesses may pick where they want their data to be processed and stored. Thanks to this, which also lowers latency and boosts performance.

Azure also offers a variety of security and compliance capabilities, such as virtual private networks, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR compliance certifications, as well as network security groups. This aids companies in maintaining the security and legal compliance of their data and software.

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