Apache Spark Connector for SQL Server and Azure SQL now compatible with Spark 3.0
We are announcing that the preview release of the Apache Spark 3.0 compatible Apache Spark Connector for SQL Server and Azure SQL, available through Maven.
Best practices
Explore the core principles and methodologies that drive success on Azure with our curated Best Practices content. It’s the blueprint for building and maintaining solutions that are not only robust and secure but also efficient and forward-thinking.
Azure Defender for App Service introduces dangling DNS protection
Resources hosted on Azure App Service are at the forefront as attackers are constantly on the lookout for vulnerabilities in web applications. Dormant domains are a permanent resident on the checklist of both opportunistic and target-oriented attackers.
Build regionally resilient cloud services using the Azure Resource Manager
Today, we are announcing the preview of Cloud Services (extended support), which is a new Azure Resource Manager (ARM) based deployment model for Azure Cloud Services.
Watch this new series to help you navigate and adopt the cloud
Whether you are just embarking on your cloud journey or you are looking to maximize business value out of your existing cloud investments, you may want to leverage industry best practices and and technical guidance we have compiled in Azure documentation, from working with many
Quickly get started with samples in Azure Synapse Analytics
To further accelerate time to insight in Azure Synapse Analytics, we are introducing the Knowledge center to simplify access to pre-loaded sample data and to streamline the getting started process for data professionals.
Solving IoT device security at scale through standards
Edge Compute Node protection profile (ECN PP)—now available—guides you to engineer, claim, evaluate, and consume device security for IoT.
Three ways serverless APIs can accelerate enterprise innovation
With the wrong architecture, application programming interface (APIs) can be a bottleneck to not only your applications, but to your entire business. Bottlenecks such as downtime, low performance, or high application complexity, can result in exaggerated infrastructure and organizational costs as well as lost revenue.
Preparing for what’s next: Building landing zones for successful cloud migrations
As businesses look to the cloud to ensure business resiliency and to spur innovation, we continue to see customer migrations to Azure accelerate.
Better outcomes with AI: Frost & Sullivan names Microsoft the leading AI platform for healthcare IT
Frost & Sullivan have recognized Microsoft as the “undisputed leader” in global AI platforms for the healthcare IT sector.
5 ways to optimize your backup costs with Azure Backup
Achieving cost efficiency in your cloud usage is more critical today than ever before. At Azure Backup, we are committed to helping you optimize your backup costs.
Power mission-critical applications with Azure Database for PostgreSQL
In our current environment, organizations are increasingly looking towards digital solutions to engage their customers and remain competitive.
How Azure Synapse Analytics can help you respond, adapt, and save
Azure Synapse Analytics is a new type of analytics platform that enables you to accelerate your time-to-insight with a unified experience and—just as important—save on costs while doing so.