We are excited to announce the general availability (GA) of Entra-Only identities for Azure Files SMB. With native Microsoft Entra ID authentication, organizations can now grant secure, identity-based access to SMB file shares using cloud-native-only identities. We are excited to announce the general availability (GA) of Entra-Only identities for Azure Files SMB . With native Microsoft Entra ID authentication , organizations can now grant secure, identity-based access to SMB file shares using cloud-only identities. This means no Active Directory, hybrid sync, or managed domain controllers required, significantly simplifying architecture while reducing ongoing management and maintenance costs . Entra-Only identities elevate Azure Files with a highly integrated, modern identity experience—delivering a leading, best-in-class standard for secure, seamless and comprehensive cloud native access.…