Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)Describe the capabilities of Microsoft EntraMedium
A global enterprise needs to manage access to its critical applications. They want to centralize identity management and allow users to access cloud-based and on-premises applications using a single set of credentials. Which core Microsoft Entra capability directly supports this requirement?
- AMicrosoft Entra Connect Health
- BMicrosoft Entra Application Management
- CMicrosoft Entra Domain Services
- DMicrosoft Entra External Identities
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Correct answer: B. Microsoft Entra Application Management
Microsoft Entra Application Management allows for the integration and management of both cloud and on-premises applications, enabling single sign-on (SSO) and centralized access control for users across various applications with a single identity.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Microsoft Entra Connect Health monitors the health of identity infrastructure, it's not an identity management feature for applications.
- C. Microsoft Entra Domain Services provides managed domain services like those found in traditional Active Directory, but doesn't directly manage application access across cloud and on-premises for SSO.
- D. Microsoft Entra External Identities focuses on managing external users (guests, partners), not internal user access to applications.
Microsoft Entra Application Management
A core Microsoft Entra capability that allows organizations to manage access to cloud and on-premises applications, enabling single sign-on (SSO) and centralized control.
- Integrates various types of applications (SaaS, custom, on-premises).
- Enables Single Sign-On (SSO) for users.
- Provides centralized access control and reporting.
Memory trick: App Management: Access all apps, one ID, no hassle.