What is Azure Stack

BUSINESS CHALLENGES AND THE NEED FOR A HYBRID CLOUD PLATFORM Every company in every industry around the world is being challenged to transform from an organization that uses digital technology, to a digital organization. Application modernization is at the heart of digital transformation, with the opportunity to help companies engage customers, empower employees, optimize operations …

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Microsoft for Startups

Microsoft is excited to announce Microsoft for Startups, a new program that delivers access to technology, go-to-market and community benefits that helps startups grow their customer and revenue base.  Microsoft is committing $500 million over the next two years to offer joint sales engagements with startups, along with access to our technology, and new community spaces that …

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Azure SQL Database Data Discovery and Classification

In then digital world we are moving to, Data Privacy and Compliance becomes a key part of the way we drive our business.  Microsoft Azure SQL Is making it easier to discover and categorize the data in your database. Data Discovery & Classification (currently in preview) provides advanced capabilities built into Azure SQL Database for discovering, classifying, labeling & protecting the sensitive data …

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Virtual Machine Optimization Assessment Tool

Ever wished you could have a Microsoft engineer personally tune up your Azure Virtual Machines? Here’s the next best thing. The free Virtual Machine Optimization Tool automatically inspects SQL Server, Active Directory, and SharePoint deployments and provides a detailed set of prioritized recommendations and step-by-step instructions for improvement. Aimed especially at IT pros, this tool …

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Getting started video series and content for Startups

Getting Started on Azure here are some useful links to get started The following five videos are now available, each approximately 5 minutes long. Getting Started on Azure for Startups: Overview of the Azure portal- An introduction to the Azure portal, covering navigation and key elements of the portal including the Azure dashboard, marketplace, and …

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Microsoft Affordable Access Initiative grants.

Microsoft  launched its Affordable Access Initiative Grant Fund for a 2nd year bringing affordable internet access new tech & services to undeserved markets Did you know? Most of the world is not connected to the internet. Undeserved markets, rural areas and economically-disadvantaged communities are least likely to have access to the internet. With advances in …

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