100 key points about Microsoft Azure Cloud

 

100 key points about Microsoft Azure Cloud, categorized for easy understanding:

1. Basics of Azure (10 Points)

  1. Azure is Microsoft’s cloud computing platform.

  2. It offers IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions.

  3. Provides global data centers for redundancy.

  4. Supports multiple programming languages.

  5. Uses a pay-as-you-go pricing model.

  6. Offers hybrid cloud capabilities.

  7. Ensures security compliance (ISO, GDPR, etc.).

  8. Has 99.95% uptime SLA for most services.

  9. Provides a free tier with limited services.

  10. Managed via Azure Portal, CLI, and PowerShell.

2. Azure Compute Services (10 Points)

  1. Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) run Windows/Linux.

  2. Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) manages containers.

  3. Azure Functions enable serverless computing.

  4. Azure App Service deploys web apps.

  5. Azure Batch manages large-scale workloads.

  6. Azure Virtual Desktop supports remote work.

  7. Azure Spot VMs offer cost-effective compute.

  8. Azure Logic Apps automate workflows.

  9. Azure Service Fabric manages microservices.

  10. Azure Container Instances (ACI) run containers.

3. Azure Storage (10 Points)

  1. Azure Blob Storage for unstructured data.

  2. Azure File Storage for cloud-based file shares.

  3. Azure Disk Storage for VM disks.

  4. Azure Table Storage for NoSQL data.

  5. Azure Queue Storage for messaging.

  6. Azure Storage Explorer for managing data.

  7. Geo-redundant storage (GRS) for backup.

  8. Hot, Cool, and Archive Tiers for cost optimization.

  9. Azure NetApp Files for enterprise storage.

  10. Immutable storage for compliance.

4. Azure Networking (10 Points)

  1. Azure Virtual Network (VNet) connects cloud resources.

  2. Azure Load Balancer distributes traffic.

  3. Azure Application Gateway manages web traffic.

  4. Azure Firewall provides network security.

  5. Azure DNS resolves domain names.

  6. Azure ExpressRoute for private connectivity.

  7. Azure VPN Gateway connects on-prem to cloud.

  8. Azure Traffic Manager ensures high availability.

  9. Azure Front Door optimizes global web apps.

  10. DDoS Protection secures against attacks.

5. Azure Identity & Security (10 Points)

  1. Azure Active Directory (AAD) manages identities.

  2. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) enhances security.

  3. Azure Security Center provides threat monitoring.

  4. Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native SIEM solution.

  5. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) manages permissions.

  6. Azure Key Vault secures secrets and certificates.

  7. Azure Policy enforces security rules.

  8. Microsoft Defender for Cloud protects workloads.

  9. Conditional Access controls user access.

  10. Zero Trust Security Model ensures protection.

6. Azure Databases (10 Points)

  1. Azure SQL Database is a managed SQL solution.

  2. Cosmos DB supports NoSQL workloads.

  3. Azure Database for MySQL/PostgreSQL provides managed relational databases.

  4. Azure Synapse Analytics for big data workloads.

  5. Azure Data Lake stores large-scale data.

  6. Table Storage for key-value pairs.

  7. Azure Managed Instance for SQL migrations.

  8. Redis Cache speeds up application performance.

  9. Azure Database Migration Service helps migrate databases.

  10. Hyperscale databases support dynamic scaling.

7. Azure AI & Machine Learning (10 Points)

  1. Azure Machine Learning develops AI models.

  2. Cognitive Services add AI capabilities to apps.

  3. Azure Bot Service builds chatbots.

  4. Azure OpenAI Service integrates GPT models.

  5. Azure Translator supports language translation.

  6. Azure Form Recognizer extracts data from forms.

  7. Azure Computer Vision analyzes images.

  8. Azure Face API detects and recognizes faces.

  9. Azure Anomaly Detector identifies unusual patterns.

  10. Azure Speech Services converts speech to text.

8. Azure DevOps & Monitoring (10 Points)

  1. Azure DevOps provides CI/CD pipelines.

  2. Azure Repos hosts Git repositories.

  3. Azure Pipelines automates deployments.

  4. Azure Monitor tracks cloud performance.

  5. Application Insights provides app analytics.

  6. Azure Log Analytics gathers system logs.

  7. Azure Automation manages tasks.

  8. Azure Blueprints applies governance.

  9. Azure Site Recovery ensures business continuity.

  10. Azure Backup secures data against loss.

9. Azure Hybrid & Multi-Cloud (10 Points)

  1. Azure Arc manages hybrid environments.

  2. Azure Stack extends Azure on-premises.

  3. Azure Lighthouse provides multi-tenant management.

  4. Azure VMware Solution runs VMware workloads.

  5. Azure API Management secures APIs.

  6. Azure Functions for Edge Computing processes data near users.

  7. Azure CDN improves app performance.

  8. Hybrid Benefit saves licensing costs.

  9. Azure Private Link secures data transfers.

  10. Interoperability with AWS & Google Cloud via multi-cloud tools.

10. Azure Pricing & Compliance (10 Points)

  1. Pay-as-you-go billing model.

  2. Reserved Instances save costs on long-term VMs.

  3. Azure Cost Management optimizes spending.

  4. Azure Free Tier offers limited services at no cost.

  5. Azure Credits for startups and students.

  6. Azure Marketplace offers third-party solutions.

  7. GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO compliance for regulatory needs.

  8. Azure SLA guarantees uptime for services.

  9. Billing Alerts help manage unexpected costs.

  10. Azure Support Plans offer various levels of assistance.

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