Azure Files
The latest Azure Files coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft to Disable RC4 Kerberos Encryption by Mid-2026: What IT Admins Must Do Now
Microsoft has confirmed it will disable RC4 as the default assumed supported encryption type for Kerberos authentication on Active Directory domain controllers by the end of the second quarter of...
Microsoft Pitches Azure Files NFS as Common Storage Layer for AI Inference and AKS Workloads
Microsoft has sharpened its focus on Linux workloads with a June 29 announcement that positions Azure Files NFS v4.1 as the go-to managed file share for modern cloud applications. The company is...
Microsoft Entra-Only Azure Files SMB Now GA: No AD Required for Cloud Access
{ "title": "Entra-Only Azure Files SMB GA (May 19, 2026): No AD Needed for Cloud-Only Access", "content": "Microsoft has officially made Entra-Only identities for Azure Files SMB generally...
Azure Files Updates: Performance, Security, and Cost Optimization for Windows Users
For Windows enthusiasts and IT professionals alike, Microsoft Azure Files has long been a cornerstone of cloud storage solutions, bridging the gap between on-premises infrastructure and scalable,...
Microsoft Azure Files Launches Provisioned v2 Pricing for Predictable Cloud Storage Budgeting
Microsoft has unveiled a significant update to its Azure Files service with the introduction of Provisioned v2, a new pricing model designed to give enterprises more predictable storage costs in the...
Azure Files Standard v2 Launches Provisioned v2 Billing for HDD Storage
Microsoft Unveils Azure Files Standard v2: A Game Changer for Cloud Storage Billing and Control Microsoft has launched a significant update to its Azure Files Standard tier—specifically for...