Introduction of AZ-104 for Microsoft Azure

The Comprehensive AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Admin Training is designed to provide professionals with the skills and knowledge required to manage and administer Microsoft Azure environments. This course focuses on the core responsibilities of an Azure administrator, including managing subscriptions, configuring virtual networks, implementing storage solutions, and ensuring security and compliance in Azure. By the end of this course, participants will be well-prepared for the AZ-104 certification exam and capable of managing cloud infrastructure efficiently.

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts
• Familiarity with networking and storage management
• Experience with Windows Server or Linux administration
• Basic knowledge of PowerShell and CLI commands
• Familiarity with Azure Portal and Azure resources

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Microsoft Azure
   1.1 Overview of Cloud Computing and Azure
   1.2 Understanding Azure Services and Pricing
   1.3 Introduction to the Azure Portal
2. Managing Azure Subscriptions and Resources
   2.1 Creating and Managing Azure Subscriptions
   2.2 Organizing Resources with Resource Groups
   2.3 Implementing and Managing Azure Policies
3. Configuring and Managing Virtual Networks
   3.1 Introduction to Virtual Networks and Subnets
   3.2 Configuring Network Security Groups (NSGs)
   3.3 Implementing VPNs and ExpressRoute
4. Managing Storage Solutions in Azure
   4.1 Creating and Managing Azure Storage Accounts
   4.2 Configuring Blob Storage and Fileshares
   4.3 Implementing Azure Backup and Recovery
5. Deploying and Managing Virtual Machines (VMs)
   5.1 Creating and Configuring Virtual Machines
   5.2 Implementing VM High Availability(Ref: Azure Analysis Services Deployment and Management)
   5.3 Managing Virtual Machine Scale Sets
6. Azure Active Directory and Identity Management
   6.1 Introduction to Azure Active Directory (AD)
   6.2 Managing Users, Groups, and Devices in Azure AD
   6.3 Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
7. Configuring and Managing Azure Security
   7.1 Implementing Azure Security Center
   7.2 Managing Azure Firewall and Network Security
   7.3 Configuring Azure Security Policies and Compliance
8. Managing Azure Monitoring and Alerts
   8.1 Configuring Azure Monitor for Resource Management
   8.2 Implementing Alerts and Diagnostics
   8.3 Integrating with Log Analytics and Application Insights
9. Automation and Cost Management in Azure
   9.1 Automating Azure Resource Management with Azure Automation
   9.2 Managing Costs with Azure Cost Management
   9.3 Using Azure CLI and PowerShell for Automation
10. Preparing for the AZ-104 Exam
    10.1 Review of Key Exam Topics
    10.2 Practice Exams and Study Resources
    10.3 Tips and Strategies for Exam Success

Conclusion

Upon completing this training, participants will possess the core skills needed to configure, manage, and troubleshoot Azure environments, preparing them for the AZ-104 certification exam. The course provides practical, hands-on experience with Azure services, ensuring administrators can confidently manage a variety of cloud infrastructure tasks.

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