Azure AD applications and service principals
This article delves into the topic of Azure AD, which serves as the directory service for Office 365, taking care of identity provisioning and authentication. It specifically covers Azure AD applications and service principals, topics that are crucial to understanding the broader scope of Azure AD. While the author typically focuses on Office 365 permissions, this article broadens the scope of discussion to encompass Azure AD as a whole.
By reading through this article, you'll gain insight into key concepts such as identity provisioning and authentication. Additionally, you'll learn about the importance of Azure AD applications and service principals, as well as how they fit into the overall architecture of Azure AD.
Whether you're a seasoned IT professional or just starting out in the field, this article provides a helpful resource for understanding Azure AD and its role in the Office 365 ecosystem.
To learn more, check out the full article on the author's blog:
https://www.michev.info/Blog/Post/4447/azure-ad-applications-and-service-principalsPublished on:
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