What is ExpressRoute Direct?

ExpressRoute Direct provides customers the opportunity to connect directly into Microsoft’s global network at peering locations strategically distributed across the world. ExpressRoute Direct provides dual 100-Gbps connectivity, which supports Active/Active connectivity at scale.

Key features that ExpressRoute Direct provides include, but aren't limited to:

Massive data ingestion into services like Azure Storage and Azure Cosmos DB.

Physical isolation for industries that are regulated and require dedicated and isolated connectivity. For example: banks, governments, and retails.

Granular control of circuit distribution based on business unit.