Become an Azure Administrator: Configure & Manage Cloud Services
Gain hands-on expertise in managing cloud infrastructure with the Azure Administrator Certification course.
Learn to manage Azure subscriptions, secure identities, and administer cloud infrastructure. Develop the skills to configure virtual networks, connect Azure with on-premises environments, and optimize network traffic. Master storage solutions to ensure scalability and efficiency while deploying and scaling virtual machines, web apps, and containers. Strengthen data security with backup and sharing solutions and enhance performance through monitoring and troubleshooting. This course equips you with the knowledge and practical experience to confidently manage Azure environments, making you a valuable asset in cloud-based IT roles.
AZ-104 Certification Course Overview
This Azure Administrator training provides in-depth knowledge of managing Azure environments throughout their lifecycle. Learn how to maintain and optimize computing, storage, networking, and security services within Azure. Strengthen your skills and prepare to succeed in the AZ-104 Azure Administrator exam with hands-on training and real-world scenarios.
AZ-104 Training Highlights
The course includes an exam voucher, hands-on practice with Azure labs, simulation tests for exam readiness, and live virtual sessions led by industry experts. Participants also get access to official Microsoft learning materials aligned with the AZ-104 certification.
Key Skills You’ll Gain
Learn to manage Azure Active Directory users and groups, oversee subscriptions and governance, and configure accounts and storage. Develop automation skills using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates or Bicep files and manage containerized applications in Azure. Gain expertise in virtual network configuration, resource monitoring, and access management. Enhance security by configuring Azure Storage firewalls and virtual networks, setting up Azure Files and Blob Storage, and managing virtual machines. Master Azure App Service deployment, name resolution, load balancing, and backup and recovery solutions to ensure a robust cloud environment.
AZ-104 Course Curriculum
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for Azure administrators, cloud engineers, system administrators transitioning to Azure, and IT professionals seeking expertise in Azure administration.
Prerequisites
A formal degree is not required, but familiarity with PowerShell and Command Line Interface is beneficial. A basic understanding of cloud infrastructure, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Azure portal, networking, virtualization, and operating systems is recommended to maximize learning outcomes.
Course Content
Module 1: Configure Azure Active Directory
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Introduction
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Describe Azure Active Directory Benefits and Features
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Describe Azure Active Directory Concepts
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Compare Active Directory Domain Services to Azure Active Directory
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Select Azure Active Directory Editions
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Implement Azure Active Directory Join
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Implement Azure Active Directory Self-Service Password Reset
Module 2: Configure user and group accounts
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Introduction
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Create User Accounts
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Manage User Accounts
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Create Bulk User Accounts
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Create Group Accounts
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Create Administrative Units
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 3: Configure Subscriptions
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Introduction
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Identify Azure Regions
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Implement Azure Subscriptions
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Obtain an Azure Subscription
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Identify Azure Subscription Usage
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Implement Microsoft Cost Management
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Apply Resource Tagging
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Apply Cost Savings
Module 4: Configure Azure Policy
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Introduction
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Create Management Groups
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Implement Azure Policies
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Create Azure Policies
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Create Policy Definitions
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Create an Initiative Definition
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Scope the Initiative Definition
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Determine Compliance
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 5: Configure Role-Based Access Control
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Implement Role-Based Access Control
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Create a Role Definition
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Create a Role Assignment
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Compare Azure Roles to Azure Active Directory Roles
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Apply Role-Based Access Control
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Review Fundamental Azure RBAC Roles
Module 6: Configure Azure Resources with Tools
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Use the Azure Portal
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Use Azure Cloud Shell
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Use Azure PowerShell
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Interactive Lab Simulation (Azure PowerShell)
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Use Azure CLI
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Interactive Lab Simulation (Azure CLI)
Module 7: Use Azure Resource Manager
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Review Azure Resource Manager Benefits
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Review Azure Resource Terminology
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Create Resource Groups
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Create Azure Resource Manager Locks
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Reorganize Azure Resources
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Remove Resources and Resource Groups
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Determine Resource Limits
Module 8: Configure Resources with Azure Resource Manager Templates
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Review Azure Resource Manager Template Advantages
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Explore the Azure Resource Manager Template Schema
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Explore the Azure Resource Manager Template Parameters
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Consider Bicep Templates
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Review QuickStart Templates
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Interactive Lab Simulation – Templates
Module 9: Configure Virtual Networks
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Introduction
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Plan Virtual Networks
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Create Subnets
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Create Virtual Networks
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Plan IP Addressing
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Create Public IP Addressing
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Associate Public IP Addresses
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Allocate or Assign Private IP Addresses
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Interactive lab Simulation
Module 10: Configure Network Security Groups
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Introduction
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Implement Network Security Groups
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Determine Network Security Group Rules
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Determine Network Security Group Effective Rules
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Create Network Security Group Rules
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Implement Application Security Groups
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 11: Configure Azure DNS
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Introduction
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Identify Domains and Custom Domains
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Verify Custom Domain Names
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Create Azure DNS Zones
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Delegate DNS Domains
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Add DNS Record Sets
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Plan for Azure Private DNS Zones
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Review Azure Private DNS Zone Scenarios
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 12: Configure Azure Virtual Network Peering
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Introduction
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Determine Azure Virtual Network Peering Uses
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Determine Gateway Transit and Connectivity
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Create Virtual Network Peering
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Extend Peering with User-Defined Routes and Service Chaining
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 13: Configure Network Routing and Endpoints
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Introduction
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Review System Routes
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Identify User-Defined Routes
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Determine Service Endpoint Uses
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Determine Service Endpoint Services
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Identify Private Link Uses
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 14: Configure Azure Load Balancer
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Introduction
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Determine Azure Load Balancer Uses
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Implement a Public Load Balancer
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Implement an Internal Load Balancer
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Determine Load Balancer Skus
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Create Back-End Pools
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Create Health Probes
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Create Load Balancer Rules
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 15: Configure Azure Application Gateway
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Introduction
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Implement Azure Application Gateway
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Determine Azure Application Gateway Routing
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Configure Azure Application Gateway Components
Module 16: Configure Storage Accounts
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Introduction
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Implement Azure Storage
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Explore Azure Storage Services
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Determine Storage Account Types
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Determine Replication Strategies
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Access Storage
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Secure Storage Endpoints
Module 17: Configure Azure Blob Storage
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Introduction
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Implement Azure Blob Storage
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Create Blob Containers
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Assign Blob Access Tiers
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Add Blob Lifecycle Management Rules
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Determine Blob Object Replication
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Upload Blobs
Module 18: Configure Azure Storage Security
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Introduction
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Review Azure Storage Security Strategies
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Create Shared Access Signatures
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Identify URI and SAS Parameters
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Determine Azure Storage Encryption
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Create Customer-Managed Keys
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Apply Azure Storage Security best practices
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 19: Configure Azure Files and Azure File Sync
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Introduction
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Compare Storage for File Shares and Blob Data
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Manage Azure Files Shares
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Create File Share Snapshots
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Implement Azure File Sync
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Identify Azure File Sync Components
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Deploy Azure File Sync
Module 20: Configure Azure Storage with Tools
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Introduction
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Use Azure Storage Explorer
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Use the Azure Import/Export Service
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Use the WAImportExport Tool
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Use the AzCopy Tool
Module 21: Configure Virtual Machines
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Introduction
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Review Cloud Services Responsibilities
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Plan virtual Machines
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Determine Virtual Machine Sizing
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Determine Virtual Machine Storage
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Create Virtual Machines in the Azure Portal
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Connect to Virtual Machines
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 22: Configure Virtual Machine Availability
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Introduction
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Plan for Maintenance and Downtime
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Create Availability Sets
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Review Update Domains and Fault Domains
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Review Availability Zones
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Compare Vertical and Horizontal Scaling
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Implement Azure Virtual Machine Scale Sets
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Create Virtual Machine Scale Sets
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Implement Autoscale
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Configure Autoscale
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 23: Configure Azure App Service plans
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Introduction
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Implement Azure App Service Plans
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Determine Azure App Service Plan Pricing
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Scale up and Scale out Azure App Service
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Configure Azure App Service Autoscale
Module 24: Configure Azure App Service
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Introduction
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Implement Azure App Service
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Create an App with App Service
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Explore Continuous Integration and Deployment
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Create Deployment Slots
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Add Deployment Slots
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Secure your App Service App
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Create Custom Domain Names
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Backup and Restore your App Service App
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Use Azure Application Insights
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 25: Configure Azure Container Instances
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Introduction
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Compare Containers to Virtual Machines
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Review Azure Container Instances
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Implement Container Groups
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Review the Docker Platform
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 26: Configure File and Folder Backups
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Introduction
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Describe Azure Backup Benefits
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Implement Backup Center for Azure Backup
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Configure Azure Recovery Services Vault Backup Options
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Use the Microsoft Azure Recovery Services (MARS) Agent
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Configure On-Premises File and Folder Backups
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 27: Configure virtual machine backups
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Introduction
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Explore Options to Protect Virtual Machine Data
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Create Virtual Machine Snapshots in Azure Backup
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Set Up Azure Recovery Services Vault Backup Options
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Back Up your Virtual Machines
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Restore your Virtual Machines
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Implement System Center DPM and Azure Backup Server
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Compare the MARS Agent and Azure Backup Server
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Implement Soft Delete for your Virtual Machines
Module 28: Configure Azure Monitor
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Describe Azure Monitor Key Capabilities
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Describe Azure Monitor Components
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Define Metrics and Logs
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Identify Monitoring Data and Tiers
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Describe Activity Log Events
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Query the Activity Log
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Interactive Lab Simulation
Module 29: Configure Azure Alerts
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Introduction
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Describe Azure Monitor Alerts
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Manage Azure Monitor Alerts
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Create Alert Rules
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Create Action Groups
Module 30: Configure Log Analytics
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Introduction
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Determine Log Analytics Uses
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Create a Log Analytics Workspace
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Create Kusto (KQL) Queries
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Structure Log Analytics Queries
Module 31: Configure Network Watcher
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Introduction
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Describe Azure Network Watcher Features
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Review IP Flow Verify Diagnostics
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Review Next Hop Diagnostics
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Visualise the Network Topology
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