Keycloak
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Microsoft Defender for Business
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VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Keycloak | Microsoft Defender for Business |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Keycloak adds authentication to applications and secure services, so they do not need to store or authenticate users themselves. | Microsoft Defender for Business is an endpoint security solution for small and medium-sized businesses with up to 300 users that helps protect devices from ransomware, malware, phishing, and other threats. |
| Support | The project recommends Red Hat build of Keycloak for users who cannot regularly upgrade and need long-term support for specific versions. | Microsoft's Defender for Business documentation provides a guide for getting help or contacting support. |
Keycloak plans
- KeycloakFree
Microsoft Defender for Business plans
- Microsoft Entra Internet Access$5 a month
- Microsoft Entra Suite$12 a month
- Microsoft Defender for Business$3
Pick Keycloak if…
Keycloak suits organizations that need centralized authentication, single sign-on, and directory synchronization. It is also relevant to teams able to manage deployment and feature configuration themselves.
Pick Microsoft Defender for Business if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.