FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MyWorkDrive Unveils Production Release of
MyWorkDrive Server 7 with Entra ID Native Authentication and Azure
Storage Integration
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FRANCISCO, Aug. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --
MyWorkDrive, a leading provider of secure remote file share access
software, is thrilled to announce the production release of
MyWorkDrive Server 7. This major update introduces seamless
integration with Entra ID for native authentication without Active
Directory or SAML, along with support for Azure file shares and
Blob Storage via API over https.
MyWorkDrive Version 7 marks a major step in our mission to deliver
secure file share access," said Dan
Gordon, CEO. "With native Entra ID authentication and Azure
Storage API support, our customers enjoy unmatched performance and
security, eliminating the management of traditional systems.
Key Features of MyWorkDrive Server 7
- Entra ID (Azure AD) Identity Authentication: MyWorkDrive Server
7 now supports Entra ID as the identity provider, offering an
alternative to traditional Active Directory. This feature allows
organizations to leverage Entra ID secure, modern authentication
methods. For more information, refer to our Entra ID Identity
Guide.
- API Connections to Azure Storage with Entra ID identity:
MyWorkDrive now supports API connections to Azure Storage
(including Azure Files and Azure Blob) as an alternative to SMB.
This update improves performance by reducing latency commonly
associated with SMB connections to Azure Files and eliminates the
need for the SMB protocol which greatly improves speed and access
without the need for port 445. For detailed comparisons and
configuration options, see our Azure Storage article.
Advantages of MyWorkDrive Server 7
- Elimination of Active Directory Dependency: Simplifying the
infrastructure for customers using Entra ID.
- Improved Performance: Access to Azure Storage via API reduces
latency, enhancing performance, even for lower-tier storage
options.
- Improved Access: SMB Port 445 is typically blocked by ISP's and
is not needed when accessing files with MyWorkDrive over
https.
- Managed Identity Support: Managed Identity is supported for
Azure-hosted servers, enabling access to storage accounts without
storing credentials on the server.
- Entra ID Support: Permissions can be defined using Entra ID
users and groups, providing more control without relying on NTFS
permissions or storage keys.
- Public Sharing: Various public sharing methods are supported,
with certain limitations for Azure Blob and Azure File Share when
using Entra ID without managed identity.
With the introduction of MyWorkDrive Version 7, enterprises can
now securely access Azure Storage using Entra ID credentials with
our Mapped Drive, Mobile or Web Browser clients from anywhere.
Media Contact
Kyle Lachmann, MyWorkDrive, 1
4156921843, marketing@myworkdrive.com ,
https://www.myworkdrive.com
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