Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (Exam AZ-900), 3rd Edition

About Course

The “Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (Exam AZ-900), 3rd Edition” is a comprehensive guide designed to prepare individuals for the AZ-900 certification exam, a foundational accreditation for Azure cloud services. This latest edition offers an updated and thorough exploration of key Azure concepts, services, and pricing models essential for anyone looking to build a foundational understanding of cloud computing. With a focus on practical knowledge and real-world scenarios, this book equips learners with the skills needed to navigate Azure’s vast ecosystem confidently.

Covering topics ranging from core Azure services like virtual machines and storage to crucial concepts such as security, compliance, and trust, this edition ensures a well-rounded understanding of Azure fundamentals. Through clear explanations, hands-on exercises, and practice questions, readers can grasp complex concepts with ease and prepare effectively for the AZ-900 exam. Whether you’re an IT professional, developer, or student aiming to kickstart your journey in cloud computing, this book serves as an invaluable resource for mastering the essentials of Microsoft Azure.

Course Content

Introduction

Exam AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Introduction

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1. Describe cloud computing

2. Describe the benefits of using cloud services

3. Describe cloud service types

4. Describe the core architectural components of Azure

5. Describe Azure compute and networking services

6. Describe Azure storage services

7. Describe Azure identity, access, and security

8. Describe cost management in Azure

9. Describe features and tools for governance and compliance

10. Describe features and tools for managing and deploying resources

11. Describe monitoring tools

Module 1. Describe Cloud Concepts

Module 2. Describe Azure Architecture and Services

3. Describe Azure Management and Governance

Summary

About Course

Course Content

Introduction

Exam AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Introduction

1. Describe cloud computing

1.1 Learning objectives

1.2 Define cloud computing

1.3 Describe the shared responsibility model

1.4 Define cloud models

1.5 Consumption-based model

2. Describe the benefits of using cloud services

2.1 Learning objectives

2.2 Explain high availability and scalability

2.3 Define reliability and predictability

2.4 Describe security and governance

2.5 Explain manageability in the cloud

3. Describe cloud service types

3.1 Learning objectives

3.2 Describe infrastructure as a service (IaaS)

3.3 Describe platform as a service (PaaS)

3.4 Describe software as a service (SaaS)

4. Describe the core architectural components of Azure

4.1. Learning objectives

4.2 Define Azure regions, region pairs, and sovereign regions

4.3 Explain availability zones

4.4 Describe Azure datacenters

4.5 Describe Azure resources and resource groups

4.6 Describe management groups

5. Describe Azure compute and networking services

5.1 Learning objectives

5.2 Compare compute types

5.3 Describe VM options

5.4 Describe resources required for virtual machines

5.5 Describe application hosting options

5.6 Describe virtual networking

5.7 Define public and private endpoints

6. Describe Azure storage services

6.1 Learning objectives

6.2 Compare Azure storage services

6.3 Describe storage tiers

6.4 Describe redundancy options

6.5 Describe storage account options

6.6 Identify options for moving files

6.7 Describe migration options

7. Describe Azure identity, access, and security

7.1. Learning objectives

7.2 Describe directory services in Azure

7.3 Describe authentication methods in Azure

7.4 Describe Azure AD Conditional Access

7.5 Describe Azure role-based access control (RBAC)

7.6 Describe Zero-Trust and defense in depth

7.7 Describe Microsoft Defender for Cloud

8. Describe cost management in Azure

8.1 Learning objectives

8.2 Describe factors that can affect costs

8.3 Compare the Pricing calculator and the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculator

8.4 Describe the Azure Cost Management and Billing tool

8.5 Describe tags

9. Describe features and tools for governance and compliance

9.1 Learning objectives

9.2 Describe Azure Blueprints

9.3 Describe Azure Policy

9.4 Describe resource locks

10. Describe features and tools for managing and deploying resources

10.1 Learning objectives

10.2 Describe the Azure portal

10.3 Describe command-line tools

10.4 Describe Azure Arc

10.5 Describe Azure Resource Manager (ARM)

11. Describe monitoring tools

11.1. Learning objectives

11.2 Describe Azure Advisor

11.3 Describe Azure Service Health

11.4 Describe Azure Monitor

Module 1. Describe Cloud Concepts

Module introduction

Module 2. Describe Azure Architecture and Services

Module introduction

3. Describe Azure Management and Governance

Module introduction