Microsoft Azure · Networking

Virtual Network

Azure Virtual Network lets you carve out a private network space in the cloud, giving you direct control over your hybrid IT infrastructure. It handles the core networking tasks needed to connect on-premises resources with cloud services, effectively acting as the backbone for isolated, secure communication between your local data centers and Azure environments.

This setup suits organizations managing hybrid deployments who need granular control over their network topology. The main friction point is the lack of a free tier; you are committed to a pay-as-you-go model from the start. There is no sandbox or zero-cost entry point to test configurations, meaning every bit of traffic and resource allocation incurs immediate costs.

• Free tier No
• Pricing Pay as you go
• Regions 12 · 6 continents
• SLA uptime 99.99%
• Compliance 13 certifications
• Provider health A