Use Cases for Azure Files ● Lift and Shift: Ideal for legacy applications that expect a file share to store application or user data.● Shared Resources: Store shared resources like tools, configurations, or diagnostics that need to be accessed from various locations.● Simplifying Cloud Adoption: Developers can migrate applications to the cloud without having to […]
Azure Disk Storage Azure Disk Storage provides block-level storage volumes for Azure VMs. These disks are highly durable and available and offer a range of performance levels. Use Cases for Disk Storage ● Virtual Machines: Provide storage for Azure VMs, ensuring data is persistent and stateful.● High Performance: Can be used for workloads requiring high […]
3.4. Azure Networking Capabilities Azure Networking Capabilities offer a comprehensive array of services designed to support the networking requirements of applications running on Azure. These services ensure the seamless connectivity of virtual machines to each other, to on-premises networks, and to the internet. The importance of Azure’s networking services cannot be overstated; they not only […]
Key Features of VNet ● Isolation and Segmentation: VNets provide isolation and segmentation of networks within Azure.● Internet Communications: Resources in a VNet can communicate outbound to the internet, with inbound access being subject to a configurable firewall.● Filtering: NSGs or Azure Firewall can filter network traffic to and from resources in a VNet.● Routing: […]
Use Cases for Traffic Manager ● Geographic Routing: Directs user traffic to the nearest datacenter.● Failover: Redirects traffic to the best-performing region in the event of a failure. Azure DNS Azure DNS provides hosting for your DNS domains, providing name resolution using Microsoft’s global network of DNS servers. Key Features of Azure DNS ● Reliability […]
3.5. Azure Database Services Azure’s database services are a critical component of the platform’s offerings, allowing customers to leverage the benefits of cloud computing for database management. These services include a wide range of solutions for different database needs, such as relational databases, NoSQL databases, big data, and more. In this comprehensive overview, we will […]
Azure Big Data and Analytics Services For applications that require processing and analyzing large datasets, Azure provides services that can handle massive amounts of data efficiently. Azure Synapse Analytics Azure Synapse Analytics, formerly known as SQL Data Warehouse, is an analytics service that brings together enterprise data warehousing and Big Data analytics. It offers a […]
3.6. Azure Marketplace The Azure Marketplace is an extensive online store that acts as a comprehensive platform where developers and IT professionals can discover, try, purchase, and provision applications and services from Microsoft and its partners. These services and applications are built on or designed to integrate with Microsoft’s Azure public cloud. This service is […]
Process of Publishing to Azure Marketplace For vendors looking to publish to the Azure Marketplace, Microsoft has streamlined the process: 1. Registration: Vendors must first register for the Microsoft Partner Network and then enroll in the commercial marketplace program. 2. Certification: Solutions must meet specific criteria and pass a certification process to ensure they are […]
4.1. Azure Regions and Datacenters In the era of global digital transformation, Microsoft Azure has emerged as a cornerstone for enterprises looking to harness the power of cloud computing. Central to Azure’s prowess is its expansive network of datacenters, organized into regions that span the globe. This chapter, “Azure Regions and Datacenters,” is an excursion […]