Updates to Azure SQL Database V12

The only thing constant in the Cloud Infrastructure environment is change. In line with that concept, Azure has rolled the new Version 12 for the SQL Database. Whether it is related to the numerous Cloud applications or the backend infrastructure supporting it, a valid and secure Database is required for the smooth operation.

 

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Here’s how you can take full advantage of the new features and upgrades to the new Azure SQL Database Version 12.

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Amazon WorkSpaces Enhances security with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Multifactor authentication (MFA) is a security system that allows a multi level authentication to verify the user’s identity for a login or other transactions. This is necessary to protect your data from unauthorized access, when using the Amazon WorkSpaces resources in the cloud.

The objective of MFA is to create a layered defense and make it more difficult for an unauthorized person to access a target such as a physical location, computing device, network or database. If one factor is attacked, then there is still another barrier to breach for the hackers.

Amazon WorkSpaces is a fully managed desktop computing service in the cloud. It allows customers to easily provision cloud-based desktops that allow end-users to access the documents, applications and resources they need with the device of their choice, including laptops, iPad, Kindle Fire, or Android tablets.

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