Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)Describe the capabilities of Microsoft EntraEasy
A small business is setting up its Microsoft Entra ID tenant. They want to ensure that all user accounts are synchronized from their on-premises Active Directory to Microsoft Entra ID. Which Microsoft Entra capability should they implement?
- AMicrosoft Entra Application Proxy
- BMicrosoft Entra Connect
- CMicrosoft Entra Identity Protection
- DMicrosoft Entra Privileged Identity Management
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Microsoft Entra Connect
Microsoft Entra Connect is the tool specifically designed to synchronize on-premises directories with Microsoft Entra ID, ensuring a consistent identity experience across hybrid environments.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Microsoft Entra Application Proxy provides secure remote access to on-premises web applications.
- C. Microsoft Entra Identity Protection focuses on detecting and remediating identity-based risks, not directory synchronization.
- D. Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management manages, controls, and monitors access to important resources.
Microsoft Entra Connect
A tool used to synchronize on-premises directories (like Active Directory) with Microsoft Entra ID, enabling a hybrid identity environment.
- Synchronizes users, groups, and contacts.
- Enables password hash synchronization, pass-through authentication, and federation integration.
- Crucial for hybrid identity management.
Memory trick: Connect links the cloud to your local directory, like a digital bridge.