Which of the following availability tests is recommended for authentication tests?

Question

The answer was "Custom TrackAvailability", which was mentioned but authentication was not mentioned in the TrackAvailablity. I rather think "Standard" has certificate checking api checking etc. could be one of authentication testings.

Answer 1

Hi Shig

Thank you for reaching out to us on the Microsoft Q&A forum.

We understand your concern this might have happened due to some confusion. Let’s break down the issue:

Is Custom TrackAvailability recommended?

When testing authentication systems, it's crucial to monitor how the service performs under specific conditions, especially scenarios involving user authentication.

Here’s a breakdown:

1.Custom TrackAvailability allows you to tailor the availability test for specific scenarios, such as testing the behavior of authentication endpoints / validating user credentials. It provides flexibility and depth in testing beyond simple reachability.

2.Standard availability tests are useful for general availability monitoring but don’t offer the level of customization needed for authentication testing.

By using "Custom TrackAvailability", you can ensure your tests are designed to simulate real-world authentication scenarios and verify the system's response accurately.

For more info go through this referral link: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-monitor/app/availability?tabs=standard#types-of-availability-tests

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