Azure AD Identities Flashcards
Synchronized Identities
A common identity model where directory objects are synced from on-premises to the cloud. Provides two options: Password Hash Sync and Pass-thru Authentication.
Password Hash Sync
Directory objects are synced from on-premises to the cloud, with password hashes also synced. Users and groups are managed on-premises. Supports seamless Single Sign-On (SSO).
Pass-thru Authentication
Directory objects are synced from on-premises to the cloud, with user credentials validated on-premises via a software agent. Users and groups are managed on-premises. Supports seamless Single Sign-On (SSO).
Choosing between Password Hash Sync and Pass-thru Authentication
Password Hash Sync is simpler, but Pass-thru Authentication should be used if company policies require on-premises authentication. Both options support seamless Single Sign-On (SSO).
Federated Identities
An identity model that provides single sign-on (SSO) with two options: Federation with Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) and Federation with a third-party identity provider.
Federation with Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS)
Directory objects are synced from on-premises to the cloud, users and groups are managed on-premises, and SSO is provided. Allows for additional authentication requirements, such as smart cards.
Federation with a third-party identity provider
Directory objects are synced from on-premises to the cloud, users and groups are managed on-premises by the third-party identity provider, and the sign-on experience is provided by the third-party solution. Ensure the third-party provider is supported by Azure AD.
Adding a Cloud User in Microsoft 365 Admin Center
Navigate to Users > Active users > Add a user. Fill in the user’s name, username, domain, location, and contact information. Set a password and choose roles, product licenses, and services. Click on Add.
Deleting a Cloud User in Microsoft 365 Admin Center
Select the user, click on the ellipses at the top, and choose Delete user. Consider the implications for OneDrive content and emails. Deleted users’ data is retained for up to 30 days, unless a specific retention policy is in place.
Managing Synchronized Users in Microsoft 365
To manage synchronized users, make changes directly in the on-premises directory. Changes will be synchronized to Office 365. To delete a synchronized user, do so on-premises, and the deletion will be synced to Office 365.
Creating users in Azure AD portal
Users can be created in the Azure AD portal, accessible from the Microsoft 365 admin center. This offers similar options as the Microsoft 365 admin center, but with more configuration choices.
Assigning roles in Azure AD portal
When creating a user in the Azure AD portal, you can assign a role such as User, Global admin, or Limited administrator (similar to Customized administrator in Microsoft 365 admin center).
Setting usage location for users in Azure AD portal
Before assigning a license to a user, set the usage location. Usage location determines which features are available to the user based on their country, as some features are not available in certain locations.
Assigning licenses in Azure AD portal
After setting the usage location, assign licenses to users by selecting a subscription and configuring assignment options to choose which services the user can access.
Deleting users in Azure AD portal
Users can be deleted in the Azure AD portal, but ensure proper governance is in place. Pay attention to OneDrive for Business and emails, as deleted user data is available for up to 30 days by default before being permanently deleted.
Managing multiple users with PowerShell
To manage multiple users simultaneously, use PowerShell with the MSOnline Module or the Azure AD Module.
MSOnline Module
The MSOnline Module uses MSOnline Cmdlets and has been around for some time but is meant to be deprecated according to Microsoft.
Azure AD Module
The Azure AD Module uses cmdlets with the Azure AD prefix and is the recommended module to use since MSOnline Module will be deprecated.
Creating users with MSOnline Module
Import a CSV file with user data and use a for each loop with the New-MsolUser cmdlet, which generates a random password for each user.