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AD/AAD

Last updated May 19, 2025, generated by Sumble

What is AD/AAD?

AD/AAD refers to Active Directory (AD) and Azure Active Directory (AAD). Active Directory is a directory service developed by Microsoft for Windows domain networks. It is used to manage users, computers, and other devices within a network, providing authentication and authorization services. Azure Active Directory (AAD) is Microsoft's cloud-based identity and access management service. It provides similar functionalities to AD but is designed for cloud environments and integrates with other Microsoft cloud services like Office 365 and Azure. AAD can also be synchronized with on-premises AD environments using Azure AD Connect.

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What other technologies are related to AD/AAD?

AD/AAD Complementary Technologies

Windows

Windows is complementary to AD/AAD as Windows devices can be joined to either an on-premises Active Directory domain or to Azure Active Directory, which enables centralized management and control. Windows Hello for Business, for example, integrates with AAD.

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