How do I access my Virtual Machine?

To access a virtual machine in Azure, there are several methods available:

  • The most common method is through Secure Shell Protocol (SSH). Follow these instructions to connect:
  • Alternatively, you can connect with the Remote Desktop (RDP) connection. Follow these instructions to connect:
  • Microsoft also provides Azure Bastion, a Platform-as-a-Service. It lets you connect to a virtual machine using your browser and the Azure portal. The advantage here is that Bastion provides secure access using RDP/SSH, while protecting your virtual machines from exposing RDP/SSH ports to the outside world. Follow these instructions to connect:

If you have further questions about this, please reach out to the Support team.