AdminAuth

Admin authentication is crucial for managing identity and access. Azure AD integrates seamlessly with various cloud services, allowing administrators to authenticate securely using modern protocols like OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect. These protocols enable Single Sign-On (SSO) and multi-factor authentication (MFA), enhancing security and simplifying the user experience.

For on-premises environments to achieve authentication functionality requires the use of SAML. This widely adopted standard facilitates the exchange of authentication and authorization data between parties. By implementing SAML in on-premises environments, organizations can enable features such as federated authentication and Single Sign-On (SSO). This implementation bridges the gap between on-premises and cloud environments, providing functionality comparable to Azure AD. For further information, see Configuring SAML.