Azure
In plain terms
Microsoft's comprehensive cloud computing platform.
Going deeper
Azure offers a full range of cloud services with deep integration into the Microsoft ecosystem, popular in enterprises. It's a leading cloud alongside AWS.
Under the hood
Strong enterprise/hybrid story (Active Directory, .NET); Azure DevOps and AKS are common in MS shops.
Examples
Enterprise apps, .NET hosting, AKS, Azure DevOps, hybrid cloud.
Think of it like...
Like a cloud utility that plugs neatly into existing Microsoft-powered offices.