Overview
The Windows Azure platform is a set of cloud computing services that can be used together or independently that enable:
- - Developers use existing skills and familiar tools to develop cloud applications
- - ISVs and System Integrators rapidly reach market and pay as you go
- - IT Managers gain access to a new set of resources without adding complexity
- - Businesses of all sizes to quickly respond as business needs change
The Platform Products
Windows Azure provides a scalable environment with compute, storage, hosting, and management capabilities. It links to on-premises applications with secure connectivity, messaging, and identity management.
SQL Azure is a Relational Database for the Cloud. Your Data: Anyplace, anytime. SQL Azure is a full relational database in the cloud.
AppFabric provides Network Services for the Cloud. AppFabric offers identity management and firewall friendly messaging to protect your assets by enabling secure connectivity and messaging between on-premises IT applications and cloud-based services.
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The Windows Azure platform gives you:
- A familiar development experience
- On-demand scalability
- Reduced time-to-market for your applications
Interoperability
As part of Microsoft’s continued commitment to interoperability, the Windows Azure Platform has been built from the ground up with interoperability in mind.
