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Kerberos RC4 enforcement should not be delayed across an entire organization because one legacy workload remains incompatible. Administrators should inventory each RC4 dependency, then upgrade it, place it under a narrow, time-limited supported exception with isolation controls, or retire...

Microsoft on June 29 published an Azure Files pitch for Linux workloads, positioning NFS-backed managed file shares as a common storage layer for AI inferencing, Azure Kubernetes Service, enterprise application modernization, and partner-built cloud platforms running in Azure. The announcement...

Microsoft made Entra-Only identities for Azure Files SMB generally available on May 19, 2026, allowing organizations to grant identity-based SMB file-share access to cloud-only Microsoft Entra ID users without deploying Active Directory, hybrid sync, Entra Domain Services, or managed domain...

Unlocking the Power of Azure Files: Next-Level Performance, Control, and Value for Your File Data In today’s digital landscape, where data volumes soar and application demands escalate, organizations are in continuous pursuit of file storage solutions that are not only efficient but also...

Microsoft is shaking up its cloud storage pricing strategy once again. In a move aimed at improving cost predictability and operational efficiency, the tech giant has introduced a brand-new, provisioning-based payment model for its Azure Files HDD-based file storage service. This change replaces...

In an exciting shift for cloud storage budgeting, Microsoft has unveiled a new billing model for its Azure Files Standard (HDD-based) tier. Drawing inspiration from the more predictable SSD-style provisioning, this update is set to revolutionize how organizations plan and predict their storage...