Microsoft Azure has announced networking updates focused on enhanced security, reliability, and high availability. These enhancements strengthen core network capabilities for mission-critical applications running in the cloud. Key updates include the free Bastion Developer SKU, enabling secure one-click access to VMs without public internet exposure. Virtual network encryption protects sensitive data in transit between VMs. DNSSEC support enhances DNS security, protecting against cyber threats. For resilience, ExpressRoute Metro SKU offers redundancy across multiple edge sites within a city, guarding against single-point disruptions. Azure Load Balancer management is improved with the "Admin State" function, controlling backend health. Cross-subscription support facilitates application management across multiple subscriptions. Virtual Network management is enhanced with support for 1 million routable IPs, an IP Address Management (IPAM) solution, and a virtual network verifier for pre-deployment packet flow validation. Advanced Container Networking Services provide deep insights into network traffic and application performance, enabling confident infrastructure management and scaling.