Welcome to Module 1 – Part 4 of the Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) Full Course 2025. In this session, we break down one of the most important identity topics: the differences between On-Prem Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), and Hybrid AD. 👉 By the end of this video, you’ll clearly understand: What is Active Directory (AD)? What is Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)? How Hybrid Identity connects AD with Entra ID Core differences between AD and Entra ID (protocols, authentication, management) When to use AD vs Entra ID vs Hybrid AD Real-world scenarios and examples from enterprises Advantages and limitations of each model Future direction: cloud-first vs hybrid identity strategy This video is perfect for IT admins, cloud engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and students preparing for Microsoft certifications like SC-300, AZ-104, MS-100, and MS-101. 📌 If you’re confused about how on-prem AD and Entra ID differ or how hybrid identity works with Entra Connect, this video will give you the clarity you need. 📌YouTube Chapters (Timestamps) 00:00 – Introduction: AD vs Entra ID vs Hybrid AD 01:15 – What is Active Directory (On-Prem AD)? 04:05 – What is Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)? 07:20 – What is Hybrid AD (Integration with Entra Connect)? 10:15 – Key Differences: Authentication, Protocols, and Management 14:10 – Comparison Table: AD vs Entra ID vs Hybrid AD 17:25 – When to Use AD, Entra ID, or Hybrid AD 20:40 – Real-World Scenarios & Enterprise Use Cases 23:55 – Advantages & Limitations of Each Model 26:30 – Future Direction: Cloud-First Identity Strategy 28:00 – Summary & Key Takeaways 29:10 – What’s Next in Module 1 (Part 5) 📌 Keywords (SEO Target) Entra ID vs Active Directory Azure AD vs on-prem AD Difference between AD and Entra ID Hybrid Active Directory explained Azure AD vs AD vs Hybrid Microsoft Entra ID tutorial Active Directory vs Azure Active Directory 2025 Hybrid identity with Azure AD Connect Microsoft IAM comparison tutorial Identity management explained Microsoft