Windows Azure Review - why 3.1 stars?

Windows Azure Platform Review
ITQlick Score: 80/100
ITQlick Rating:
Pricing: 6.8/10 - high cost
Category: Security -> Windows Azure review
Ranking:Ranked 68 out of 502 Security systems
Company: Microsoft
Pricing: starts at $0.02 per hour
Typical customers: Small, medium and large size businesses
Platforms: Desktop
Links: Windows Azure pricing, Windows Azure alternatives
Shlomi LaviShlomi Lavi / updated: Oct 06, 2022

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What is Windows Azure?

Windows Azure Platform is a cloud computing platform for businesses of all sizes. It offers such services as web hosting, virtualization, machine learning, database management, and others. The software was designed and launched by Microsoft Inc headquartered in Washington, United States.

Who is it best for?

The platform is a flexible and extensive solution that can be used for the needs of any business size and type. Major industries where it can be deployed include technology and software development, IT infrastructure and networking, media and entertainment, financial services, and others. Some notable clients of the platform include Xerox, AccuWeather, and NBC Sports etc.

Main features and functionalities

The software offers deployment and scaling of web apps in no time. This includes app built on .NET, Python, Java, PHP, and Node.js. Capabilities such as load balancing and auto-scaling are built-into the platform. For application management, it also offers auto-patching and management of multiple databases.

Windows Azure Platform comes with built-in virtual networking and supports scaling of thousands of VM instances. For virtualization, support is offered for Oracle, MySQL, and other systems. SQL database of the platform guarantees reliable data protection through auditing, restoring, and geo-replication and can be self-managed to eliminate the maintenance overhead. Other capabilities include mobile back-ends, remote app management, and machine learning.

What is the actual cost?

Price of Windows Azure Platform starts from $29 per month and continues to increase with requirements.

ITQlick pricing score is 6.8 out of 10 (10 is most expensive). Access ITQlick pricing guide for Windows Azure. You can also find here pricing information from Windows Azure's website.

How it stacks up?

Access a head to head analysis of Windows Azure vs alternative software solutions.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is it the best Security system?

Windows Azure is ranked 68 out of 502 software in their category (Security systems).

How they are rated on ITQlick?

The rating of Windows Azure is 3.1 stars out of 5 and the total score is 80 out of 100. The rating score is based on our unbiased data-based algo. Learn more - rating methodology page.

Is it an easy to use Software?

Yes, Windows Azure makes it fairly easy to use. This product is user friendly and intuitive.

Is it cloud-based?

No, the software in not cloud based so you would need to install it locally and connect it directly to a server.

Can it be used on mobile?

No, currently Windows Azure can't be accessed on mobile, you would need to access it from your computer.

What should we ask during a demo session?

Differences between Windows Azure and alternatives?

The most popular alternatives to Windows Azure in 2023: VIPRE Antivirus, Webroot, DbProtect, Skycure, McAfee Endpoint Protection. Access the complete competitors analysis here - Windows Azure VS Security Software alternatives.

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