Blog Post Outline:
Custom Attributes for Azure Active Directory Domain Services Now in Public Preview
Introduction
Azure Active Directory Domain Services (AAD DS) is a cloud-based managed service that provides secure user authentication and authorization. It allows organizations to easily manage user access to their corporate resources, such as Office 365, Microsoft Dynamics, and SharePoint, without the need to deploy an on-premises Active Directory domain. With the introduction of custom attributes for AAD DS, organizations can now extend the capabilities of their cloud-based identity solution to better meet their needs. In this blog post, we will discuss what custom attributes are, how to configure them, and the benefits of using them with AAD DS.
What are Custom Attributes?
Custom attributes are user-defined fields that can be used to store additional information about users and groups in AAD DS. They allow organizations to store additional data about users, such as their job title, department, division, or any other relevant information. This data can be used to customize access control policies, create dynamic user groups, and filter users and groups in reports.
How to Configure Custom Attributes
Custom attributes can be configured in the Azure portal. To do this, navigate to the Azure Active Directory > Custom Attributes section and select the “New Custom Attribute” option. You will then be presented with a form to enter the details for the new attribute. Once the attribute has been created, it can be added to user and group objects in the AAD DS.
Benefits of Using Custom Attributes with AAD DS
Using custom attributes with AAD DS provides a number of benefits, including the ability to:
* Customize access control policies
* Create dynamic user groups
* Filter users and groups in reports
* Integrate with external applications and services
* Simplify user management and provisioning
Conclusion
Custom attributes for AAD DS are now available in public preview and provide organizations with the ability to extend the capabilities of their cloud-based identity solution. By using custom attributes, organizations can customize access control policies, create dynamic user groups, and filter users and groups in reports. In addition, custom attributes can be used to integrate with external applications and services, and simplify user management and provisioning.
FAQs
Q1: What are custom attributes?
Custom attributes are user-defined fields that can be used to store additional information about users and groups in Azure Active Directory Domain Services (AAD DS).
Q2: How do I configure custom attributes?
Custom attributes can be configured in the Azure portal. To do this, navigate to the Azure Active Directory > Custom Attributes section and select the “New Custom Attribute” option.
Q3: What are the benefits of using custom attributes with AAD DS?
Using custom attributes with AAD DS provides a number of benefits, including the ability to customize access control policies, create dynamic user groups, filter users and groups in reports, integrate with external applications and services, and simplify user management and provisioning.
Q4: What is the public preview for custom attributes?
Custom attributes for AAD DS are now available in public preview. This allows organizations to test and evaluate the new feature before it is released.
Q5: How can I get started with custom attributes?
To get started with custom attributes, you can refer to the official documentation or contact your Microsoft representative for more information.
