# Microsoft Azure: pricing and setup

Page: https://bedreweb.com/products/azure · Vendor: Microsoft · Category: Cloud

Cloud servers, apps, data and identity that fit well with Microsoft 365 and Windows environments.

> Vendor list prices, checked 15 October 2026. These are Microsoft's published prices, not Bedre's. USD, pay-as-you-go. Region and taxes apply. Source: https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/pricing/details/virtual-machines/series/

## Virtual Machines (pay-as-you-go)
- **B-series burstable VMs**: from $3.80 per month. Starting price. Actual price depends on size, operating system and region.

## Notes
- Most Azure services are billed by usage. Use the Azure Pricing Calculator to estimate your own workload.
- Reserved instances and savings plans can lower the price for steady use.

## What you can do with it
- Host virtual machines and web apps
- Connect on-premises and cloud systems
- Manage identity with your directory
- Back up and recover servers

## How Bedre helps
- **Choose the right plan**: We compare plans against your team size, tools and budget so you do not pay for what you will not use.
- **Setup and migration**: Accounts, domains, security settings and data are set up and moved with a tested plan.
- **Training and adoption**: Short, practical sessions and guides so your team actually uses it.
- **Support and renewals**: A contact for questions, changes and renewal reminders after go-live.

## FAQ
**How is Azure priced?**
Mostly pay-as-you-go by usage, with reservations and savings plans for steady workloads. The Azure calculator estimates your own mix.

**Do I need Azure if I use Microsoft 365?**
Not necessarily. Azure is for hosting servers and applications, or for tighter identity and management.

**Can Azure connect to our office network?**
Yes, through secure VPN or private connections.

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