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Azure, also known as Microsoft Azure, is a comprehensive cloud computing platform and infrastructure offered by Microsoft. It provides a wide range of cloud services that enable organizations to build, deploy, and manage applications and services across a global network of data centers. Azure offers a variety of tools, services, and resources that cater to the needs of developers, IT professionals, and businesses of all sizes.

Key features and components of Microsoft Azure include:

1. Compute: Azure provides virtual machines (VMs) for hosting applications, containers for microservices, and serverless computing options like Azure Functions.

2. Storage: Azure offers various storage solutions, including Blob Storage, File Storage, Table Storage, and Queue Storage, for storing and managing different types of data.

3. Networking: Azure provides networking services such as Virtual Networks, Load Balancers, VPN Gateway, and Azure ExpressRoute for building secure and scalable network architectures.

4. Databases: Azure offers a range of database services, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Database for MySQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, and more.

5. App Services: Azure App Service allows users to build, host, and scale web applications and APIs using various programming languages and frameworks.

6. Analytics: Azure offers analytics services like Azure HDInsight, Azure Data Lake Analytics, and Azure Stream Analytics for processing and analyzing large volumes of data.

7. AI and Machine Learning: Azure provides AI and machine learning services like Azure Machine Learning, Azure Cognitive Services, and Azure Bot Services for building intelligent applications.

8. IoT (Internet of Things): Azure IoT Hub enables users to connect, monitor, and manage IoT devices and gather insights from device-generated data.

9. Identity and Access Management: Azure Active Directory offers identity and access management services for securing applications and resources.

10. Security and Compliance: Azure provides various security and compliance tools to protect data, applications, and services, including Azure Security Center and Azure Policy.

11. DevOps and DevTest Labs: Azure DevOps services facilitate application development, collaboration, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. Azure DevTest Labs allows the creation and management of development and testing environments.

12. Hybrid Integration: Azure supports hybrid cloud scenarios, allowing organizations to extend their on-premises infrastructure to the cloud using services like Azure Arc.

13. Global Data Centers: Azure has a global presence with data centers in various regions, enabling users to deploy applications closer to their target audiences.

Azure's flexibility, scalability, and extensive service offerings make it suitable for various use cases, including web hosting, application development, data storage and analysis, machine learning, and more. It provides organizations with the tools and resources they need to innovate, modernize their IT infrastructure, and achieve their business goals in the cloud.