099 | AWS Cognito and Microsoft Entra ID: Authentication Giants

2025-09-01

AWS Cognito and Microsoft Entra ID: Authentication as Part of the Ecosystem

Introduction

If Auth0 is the “hired expert” for authentication, then AWS Cognito and Microsoft Entra ID are the “system engineers” from tech giants. These services don’t just solve login — they are deeply integrated into their ecosystems and work best when you’re already using the cloud that created them.

AWS Cognito: Authentication for AWS-Native Applications

The Big Promise: AWS claims that Cognito is the “gateway” for your users into AWS. It’s designed to seamlessly integrate with other AWS services, such as Lambda for business logic or API Gateway for building APIs.

079 | Hyper-V: Virtualization from Microsoft – Seamless Integration with Windows Server

2025-08-11

What is Hyper-V?

Hyper-V is Microsoft’s native virtualization platform, an integral part of Windows Server operating systems and optionally available on Windows 10/11 Pro/Enterprise. Hyper-V functions as a Type 1 hypervisor, installing directly on bare-metal hardware and offering functionality comparable to major players like VMware. Its main advantage is deep integration with the Microsoft ecosystem, making it a natural choice for administrators and businesses running Windows-based infrastructure.

Key Features and Advantages of Hyper-V

Hyper-V provides all the essential tools for building and managing virtualized environments, with a focus on simplicity and Windows integration.