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Is Azure AD a domain controller?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 12:20 pm

Azure AD is not a domain controller. Domain controllers are responsible for authentication and authorization in an Active Directory environment.

PRO TIP: No, Azure AD is not a domain controller. Azure AD is a cloud-based directory and identity management service that provides a single sign-on experience for users of Microsoft cloud services.

Azure AD is a cloud-based identity management service that allows organizations to manage user identities and access rights in a global, cross-platform setting.

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