Here’s an overview of some of the key categories of services available within Azure:

1. Compute Services:

   • Azure Virtual Machines (VMs): On-demand virtual machines running Windows or Linux.
   • Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS): Managed Kubernetes container orchestration.
   • Azure Functions: Serverless compute for event-driven applications.
   • Azure App Service: Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) for web and mobile app hosting.
   • Azure Batch: Cloud-based job scheduling and processing.

2. Storage Services:

   • Azure Blob Storage: Object storage for unstructured data.
   • Azure File Storage: Managed file shares for cloud or hybrid deployments.
   • Azure Table Storage: NoSQL data store for semi-structured data.
   • Azure Queue Storage: Messaging service for communication between components.
   • Azure Disk Storage: Managed block storage for virtual machines.

3. Database Services:

   • Azure SQL Database: Managed relational database service.
   • Azure Cosmos DB: Globally distributed NoSQL database.
   • Azure Database for MySQL/PostgreSQL: Managed open-source database services.
   • Azure Cache for Redis: In-memory data store for caching.
   • Azure Data Lake Storage: Scalable and secure data lake storage.

4. Networking Services:

   • Azure Virtual Network: Network isolation and connectivity.
   • Azure Load Balancer: Traffic distribution for high availability.
   • Azure VPN Gateway: Secure connections to on-premises networks.
   • Azure Application Gateway: Web application firewall and load balancing.
   • Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN): Global content delivery.

5. AI and Machine Learning:

   • Azure Machine Learning: End-to-end machine learning platform.
   • Azure Cognitive Services: Pre-built AI models for vision, speech, language, and more.
   • Azure Databricks: Apache Spark-based analytics platform.
   • Azure Bot Service: Build and deploy chatbots.

6. Analytics and Big Data:

   • Azure Synapse Analytics: Analytics service for data warehousing.
   • Azure Data Factory: Data integration and ETL service.
   • Azure HDInsight: Managed big data analytics service.
   • Azure Stream Analytics: Real-time data stream processing.

7. Identity and Access Management:

   • Azure Active Directory (Azure AD): Identity and access management service.
   • Azure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Enhanced security for authentication.
   • Azure Key Vault: Securely manage keys, secrets, and certificates.

8. Developer Tools:

   • Azure DevOps Services: Tools for building, testing, and deploying applications.
   • Azure Logic Apps: Workflow automation and integration.
   • Azure Functions: Serverless compute for event-driven code.
   • Visual Studio Team Services (VSTS): DevOps and collaboration tools.

9. Security and Compliance:

   • Azure Security Center: Threat protection and security management.
   • Azure Policy: Governance and compliance for resources.
   • Azure Information Protection: Data protection and encryption.

10. Internet of Things (IoT):

    • Azure IoT Hub: IoT device management and telemetry.
    • Azure IoT Central: SaaS-based IoT application platform.
    • Azure Sphere: Secure and connected microcontroller units.

11. Containers and Microservices:

    • Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS): Managed Kubernetes.
    • Azure Container Registry (ACR): Container image storage and management.
    • Azure Service Fabric: Microservices platform.

12. Hybrid and Integration:

    • Azure Arc: Extend Azure services to on-premises and multi-cloud environments.
    • Azure Stack: On-premises and edge computing platform.
    • Azure API Management: API gateway for creating, publishing, and securing APIs.

13. Management and Monitoring:

    • Azure Monitor: Monitoring and diagnostics.
    • Azure Log Analytics: Centralized log and performance data.
    • Azure Resource Manager: Resource deployment and management.

14. Storage and Backup:

    • Azure Backup: Data protection and disaster recovery.
    • Azure Site Recovery: Business continuity and disaster recovery.

15. Content Delivery and Media Services:

    • Azure Media Services: Video streaming and content protection.
    • Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN): Global content delivery.