Microsoft announces formal release of Windows Azure multi-authentication

Identity and access management is the anchor of security, the enterprise IT department's first task. It is the key to providing access to employees, partners, and customers anytime and anywhere. Today, we are delighted to announce that http://www.aliyun.com/zixun/aggregation/18782.html "> officially publishes Windows Azure multiple authentication to provide IT and end users with a more secure, More convenient access.

Multiple authentication can quickly provide a layer of additional security for logged-in users worldwide. In addition to user names and passwords, users can authenticate by: 1. Applications on mobile devices. 2 automatic voice call. 3 text message with verification code. This satisfies the user to the simple login experience the request, facilitates quickly.

Many applications that require additional security can configure Windows Azure multiple authentication in minutes, including:
• Internal deployment of VPNs, WEB applications, and so on-running multiple authentication servers on existing hardware or in Windows Azure virtual machines. Synchronizes with Windows Server Active Directory for automatic user settings.
• Cloud applications, such as Windows Azure, Office 365, and Dynamics CRM-easily switch to enable multiple authentication for Windows Azure AD identity, and the system prompts for multiple identities at the next user logon.
• Custom Applications-Use the SDK to place multiple authentication phone calls or text message authentication into the application's logon or transaction process.

Windows Azure multiple authentication offers the following two pricing options: 2 USD or 10 authentication per user per month 2 USD. Please visit the Pricing page for more information.

For more information about enabling Windows Azure multi-authentication, visit Scott Guthri's blog and watch this video. To start using the new multiple authentication service, visit the Windows Azure management portal. Please @WindowsAzure tell us what you think!