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Microsoft Azure is a growing collection of integrated cloud services that developers and IT professionals use to build, deploy, and manage applications through global network of datacentres.
90% of Fortune 500 companies trust the Microsoft Cloud, and so can you. Azure helps to protect assets through a rigorous methodology and focus on security, privacy, compliance and transparency.
AZURE CLOUD PLATFORM
The Azure Platform is supported by a growing network of Microsoft-managed data centres. Microsoft has decades of experience running services such as Bing, Office 365 and outlook.com. Azure is available in 140 countries, including China, and has invested in offerings specifically for US Government and Germany. Azure supports 17 languages and 24 currencies, all backed by Microsoft’s USD 15 billion investment in global data centre infrastructure.
Azure is continuously investing in the latest infrastructure technologies, with a focus on high reliability, operational excellence, cost-effectiveness, environmental sustainability, and a trustworthy online experience for customers and partners worldwide.
Azure maintains a global presence to help customers and partners meet their goal of providing applications close to their user base.
RELY ON THE MOST TRUSTED CLOUD
Trust the cloud that offers the most comprehensive compliance coverage with 50 compliance offerings. Azure has been recognised as the most trusted cloud for US government institutions, including a FedRAMP High authorisation that covers 18 Azure services.
ACHIEVE GLOBAL SCALE, IN LOCAL REGIONS
Extend your global reach with the cloud service that offers more countries and regions than any other provider. Azure runs on a worldwide network of Microsoft-managed data centres across 38 announced regions.
Talk to us today to see if Microsoft Azure is the option for your business IT needs.
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Microsoft Azure FAQs
Microsoft Azure is a leading enterprise cloud platform that enables businesses in Ireland to build, deploy and manage applications and services through a global network of data centres. Azure supports scalable computing, storage, networking, data analytics, AI and security services — allowing organisations to modernise infrastructure, improve performance and reduce costs.
DNA IT Solutions provides expert Azure services, including architecture design, cloud migration, optimisation and managed support to ensure your Azure environment is secure, resilient and aligned with business goals. With strategic planning and ongoing management, Irish businesses can leverage Azure to enhance agility, strengthen security and drive innovation.
1. What is Microsoft Azure?
Microsoft Azure is a cloud platform offering computing, storage, networking, data and AI services to help organisations build, deploy and manage applications and systems.
2. Why choose Microsoft Azure?
Azure provides scalability, enterprise-grade security, hybrid cloud support and integration with Microsoft products like Office 365 and SQL Server.
3. What services does Azure offer?
Azure offers virtual machines, databases, apps, analytics, AI and machine learning services, storage solutions, identity management and networking.
4. Is Azure secure?
Yes. Azure includes built-in security features such as encryption, identity protection, threat detection and compliance tools.
5. Can Azure help reduce IT costs?
Yes. Azure’s pay-as-you-use model allows businesses to scale resources up or down and avoid large hardware expenses.
6. Is Azure suitable for hybrid cloud environments?
Yes. Azure supports hybrid deployments that connect on-premise infrastructure with cloud services.
7. How does Azure support disaster recovery?
Azure provides backup and disaster recovery solutions to help organisations protect data and recover systems in case of outages.
8. Can small and medium businesses use Azure?
Yes. Azure scales to the needs of small and medium businesses offering cloud tools without large infrastructure costs.
9. How does DNA IT help with Azure services?
DNA IT provides Azure planning, migration, optimisation and ongoing support aligned with your business requirements.
10. Does Azure support data analytics and AI workloads?
Yes. Azure includes services for data analytics, real-time insights and AI workloads that help businesses leverage data for smarter decisions.