New file share centric management model for Azure Files

About this episode

This episode explores the new management model for Azure Files and its benefits.

The new Azure file share experience is now generally available! In this episode of Azure Friday, we explore how the new management model simplifies the way you create and manage file shares, helping streamline your day-to-day operations. We also walk through the updated portal experience and highlight some of the key benefits of the new file share experience. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 03:38 - Demo on portal 10:20 - Benefits 12:54 - Closing & learn more Recommended resources Learn Docs Azure Product page Blog post Connect Scott Hanselman | Twitter/X: @SHanselman Azure Friday | Twitter/X: @AzureFriday Azure | Twitter/X: @Azure

People in this episode

Host: Scott Hanselman

Topics covered

• Azure Files
• file share management
• portal experience
• cloud storage
• day-to-day operations

Keywords

• Azure Files
• file share
• management model
• portal experience
• cloud storage

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Organizations: Azure, Azure Friday

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