Azure Active Directory Basics
An introduction to the foundation of identity and security in the Microsoft Cloud
This course is aimed at giving you an understanding about what Azure Active Directory is and how it serves as the identity platform for many of the technologies in the Microsoft Cloud.
You'll learn about the differences between on premises Active Directory and Azure Active Directory as well as the different versions that are available. You'll see the different identity models Azure Active Directory supports and how you can access these. You'll learn how to connect on premises Active Directory to the Microsoft Cloud using the Azure AD Connect software as well as how to connect to Azure AD using PowerShell.
The course is a great foundation if you are new to Azure Active Directory and looking to understand the role that it plays into today's IT environment.
Your Instructor
Robert has a degree in Electrical Engineering as well as Masters of Business Administration. He is also a Small Business Specialist, Microsoft Certified SharePoint Professional and Office 365 Administrator. Robert has over 20 years of IT experience in a variety of fields and positions, including working on Wall St in New York. He continues his involvement with information technology as the Principal of the Computer Information Agency.
Apart from resolving client technical issues, Robert continues to present at seminars locally and internationally, as well as write on a number for topics for the Computer Information Agency. Robert has been President of the SMBiTPro community in Sydney. Since 2012 Robert has been awarded a Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award from Microsoft for his contributions around the Office 365 product. He also develops and presents technology courses on a regular basis at various locations. Robert is committed to a process of ongoing business and technical education to continue developing the skills required to assist clients with their business challenges.