Azure Cloud Shell Description
Access Azure through a cloud-hosted, browser-based shell that is authenticated and available from nearly any location. Each unique user account is assigned its own Azure Cloud Shell, which is automatically authenticated during every session. This service provides the option to select a shell interface that aligns with your preferred working style, offering both Bash and PowerShell environments. Regularly maintained and updated by Microsoft, Cloud Shell is preloaded with a variety of essential command-line tools, including Linux shell interpreters, PowerShell modules, Azure utilities, text editors, source control systems, build tools, container management tools, and database management tools. Additionally, it supports several widely-used programming languages like Node.js, .NET, and Python, allowing users to leverage familiar tools in an environment that is consistently refreshed and managed by Microsoft. This flexibility enables developers and system administrators to seamlessly integrate their workflows within a single, powerful shell experience.
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IMPROVE USER EXPERIENCE
- Deliver business-critical apps, desktops and files from a single web portal.
- Provide simplified remote browser access for your users, while confining them to only the resources that they need.
SIMPLIFY IT AND AVOID VPNs
- Forget traditional VPN deployments and complexities.
- Enable access from Chromebooks, mobile devices or any computer with a Web Browser. Zero setup.
KEEP YOUR BUSINESS SECURE
- Use enterprise-grade encrypted connections.
- Integrate with your existing and external identity platforms.
- Apply 2FA or MFA policies with all identity providers.
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PowerShell
PowerShell serves as a versatile task automation and configuration management framework that operates across various platforms and is comprised of both a command-line shell and a scripting language. Distinct from typical shells that primarily handle text, PowerShell is founded on the .NET Common Language Runtime (CLR), allowing it to work with .NET objects instead. This core distinction introduces a range of innovative tools and techniques for automating tasks. Unlike conventional command-line interfaces, PowerShell cmdlets are specifically crafted to manipulate objects rather than mere text. An object represents organized information that transcends the simple string of characters displayed on your screen. The output generated by commands always includes additional metadata that can be leveraged when necessary. If you've utilized text-processing tools previously, you'll notice that their functionality differs when employed within PowerShell. Generally, there is no need for separate text-processing utilities to obtain specific information, as you can directly interact with segments of the data using the standard PowerShell object syntax. This capability enhances the user experience by allowing for more intuitive and powerful data manipulation.
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Devolutions PowerShell Universal transforms PowerShell scripts into robust automation solutions, REST and WebSocket APIs, as well as interactive web applications, all managed from a centralized administrative console. It allows users to store, organize, secure, execute, and monitor scripts with features like a browser-based editor, IntelliSense, debugging capabilities, integrated Git support, and a VS Code extension for enhanced productivity. Users can schedule and run jobs based on events using flexible scheduling options or CRON expressions while maintaining the ability to scale across multiple instances seamlessly. Additionally, it enables the creation of internal tools using over 70 UI controls and the exposure of APIs complete with OpenAPI documentation. The platform also provides tools for variable and secret management, in-browser terminal access, role-based access control, and authentication through local accounts, LDAP, SAML, or OpenID Connect. It supports both PowerShell 7 and Windows PowerShell, along with various modules such as Azure, Microsoft Graph, Exchange Online, and VMware. The solution can be hosted cross-platform, whether on-premises, on AWS or Azure, in IIS, or even on a Raspberry Pi. Developers can take advantage of a free Developer edition that offers the complete feature set for local development, while a Server license is necessary for production use, contributing to over 40,000 installations. This extensive versatility allows organizations to streamline their workflows and improve operational efficiency effectively.
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Yes
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Company:
Microsoft
Year Founded:
1974
Headquarters:
United States
Website:
azure.microsoft.com/en-us/get-started/azure-portal/cloud-shell
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