Azure Files is part of Microsoft Azure's Platform as a Service (PaaS) offering. It provides managed file storage services, meaning that Microsoft handles the underlying infrastructure, scalability, security, and maintenance. This allows users to focus on utilizing the file storage services without worrying about the management of hardware and software typically associated with an Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solution. And remember, if you find this information helpful, please feel free to accept the answer.
Azure files

Daniel Cuervo
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Hi is it Azure files part of IAAS or PAAS ?
Azure Files
Azure Files
An Azure service that offers file shares in the cloud.
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Carlos Solís Salazar 18,191 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
2024-01-17T15:38:07.2+00:00
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Andreas Baumgarten 123.4K Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
2024-01-17T15:33:23.5466667+00:00 Hi @Daniel Cuervo ,
sometimes it's hard to differentiate IaaS from PaaS. In my opinion i would rate Azure Files as a PaaS.
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Andreas Baumgarten