Azure storage management
Management features for Azure Files, Azure NetApp Files, and Storage Spaces Direct.
| Features | Azure Files | Azure NetApp Files | Storage Spaces Direct |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access | Cloud, on-premises and hybrid (Azure file sync) | Cloud, on-premises | Cloud, on-premises |
| Backup | Azure backup snapshot integration | Azure NetApp Files snapshots Azure NetApp Files backup |
Azure backup snapshot integration |
| Security and compliance | All Azure supported certificates | Azure supported certificates | All Azure supported certificates |
| Microsoft Entra integration | Native Active Directory and Microsoft Entra Domain Services | Microsoft Entra Domain Services and Native Active Directory | Native Active Directory or Microsoft Entra Domain Services support only |
Once you've chosen your storage method, check out Azure Virtual Desktop pricing for information about our pricing plans.