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Microsoft Entra Connect synchronizing identities from on-premises Active Directory to Microsoft Entra ID, with installation.

How to Install and Configure Microsoft Entra Connect for Directory Sync

Install and configure Microsoft Entra Connect to synchronize your on-premises Active Directory with Microsoft Entra ID, enabling hybrid identity with password hash sync, OU filtering, and SSO.

Jul 18, 20268 min readEmanuel De Almeida

Square comparison cover contrasting Microsoft Entra ID cloud identity management with on-premises Active Directory.

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Azure AD vs Active Directory (Entra ID): Key Differences Explained

Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) both handle identity, but they were built for different eras. This explainer breaks down their trust models, authentication protocols, and when to use each.

Jul 18, 202612 min readEmanuel De Almeida