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The must-have reference for Azure newcomers
As Microsoft's Azure platform takes a larger stake in the cloud computing world, more tech pros need to know the ins-and-outs of this fast-growing platform. Microsoft Azure For Dummies is the essential guide for users who are new to the platform. Take your first steps into the world of Azure as you learn all about the core services--straight from a Microsoft expert. This book covers the Azure essentials you need to know, including building a virtual network on Azure, launching and scaling applications, migrating existing services, and keeping everything secure. In classic Dummies style, you'll learn the fundamentals of Azure's core services and--when you're ready--how to move into more advanced services.
* Discover the basics of cloud computing with Microsoft Azure and learn what services you can access with Azure
* Build your cloud network with Azure and migrate an existing network to the platform
* Scale applications seamlessly and make sure your security is air-tight
Updated to included expanded information on data resources, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and collaboration, Microsoft Azure For Dummies, 2nd Edition answers the call for an entry-level, comprehensive guide that provides a simple-to-understand primer on core Azure services. It's an invaluable resource for IT managers and others arriving at the platform for the first time.
List of contents
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with Microsoft Azure 5
Chapter 1: Introducing Microsoft Azure 7
Chapter 2: Exploring Azure Resource Manager 29
Part 2: Deploying Infrastructure Services to Microsoft Azure 49
Chapter 3: Managing Storage in Azure 51
Chapter 4: Planning Your Virtual Network Topology 71
Chapter 5: Deploying and Configuring Azure Virtual Machines 99
Chapter 6: Shipping Docker Containers in Azure 129
Part 3: Deploying Platform Resources to Microsoft Azure 151
Chapter 7: Deploying and Configuring Azure App Service Apps 153
Chapter 8: Running Serverless Apps in Azure 179
Chapter 9: Managing Databases in Microsoft Azure 193
Chapter 10: Using Data Analytics and Machine Learning in Azure 215
Part 4: Providing High Availability, Scalability, and Security for Your Azure Resources 237
Chapter 11: Protecting the Azure Environment 239
Chapter 12: Managing Identity and Access with Azure Active Directory 265
Chapter 13: Implementing Azure Governance 285
Part 5: Going Beyond the Basics in Microsoft Azure 303
Chapter 14: Discovering DevOps in Microsoft Azure 305
Chapter 15: Monitoring Your Azure Environment 319
Chapter 16: Extending Your On-Premises Environment to Azure 343
Part 6: The Part of Tens 369
Chapter 17: Top Ten Azure Technology Opportunities to Watch 371
Chapter 18: Ten Ways to Optimize an Azure Environment 381
Index 389
About the author
Jack Hyman is a Microsoft-certified cloud solution consultant. His professional specialties include cloud strategy and architecture, cloud security, and infrastructure solutions. He is also the author of
Microsoft Power BI For Dummies.
Summary
The must-have reference for Azure newcomers
As Microsoft's Azure platform takes a larger stake in the cloud computing world, more tech pros need to know the ins-and-outs of this fast-growing platform. Microsoft Azure For Dummies is the essential guide for users who are new to the platform. Take your first steps into the world of Azure as you learn all about the core services--straight from a Microsoft expert. This book covers the Azure essentials you need to know, including building a virtual network on Azure, launching and scaling applications, migrating existing services, and keeping everything secure. In classic Dummies style, you'll learn the fundamentals of Azure's core services and--when you're ready--how to move into more advanced services.
* Discover the basics of cloud computing with Microsoft Azure and learn what services you can access with Azure
* Build your cloud network with Azure and migrate an existing network to the platform
* Scale applications seamlessly and make sure your security is air-tight
Updated to included expanded information on data resources, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and collaboration, Microsoft Azure For Dummies, 2nd Edition answers the call for an entry-level, comprehensive guide that provides a simple-to-understand primer on core Azure services. It's an invaluable resource for IT managers and others arriving at the platform for the first time.
