Generally Available: Metadata Cache for Azure SSD (Premium) SMB

This enhancement accelerates metadata operations for both SMB and REST protocols, benefiting new and existing file shares at no extra cost. Whether you're running critical business applications, scaling DevOps workflows, or supporting thousands of virtual desktop users, Azure Files is now faster, more scalable, and optimized for your most demanding workloads. **Learn more:** * Read [Improve performance for SMB Azure file shares](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/storage/files/smb-performance?branch=pr-en-us-287774&tabs=portal#register-for-the-feature). * Read a [blog](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/azurestorageblog/supercharge-azure-files-performance-for-metadata-intensive-workloads/4396856?previewMessage=true).