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Microsoft Azure Systems Administration

Master Microsoft Azure Systems Administration. Prepare for AZ-104 certification with hands-on labs and expert-led training.

(AZURE-104.AP3) / ISBN : 979-8-90059-137-7
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About This Course

This isn't just another Microsoft Azure Systems Administration course; it's your direct path to AZ-104 certification. We cut through the noise, focusing on practical, real-world Azure administration. You'll tackle identity, storage, compute, networking, and monitoring, understanding not just how to configure, but why certain architectural choices lead to operational headaches or cost overruns. Expect to get your hands dirty with 26 labs. Be warned: Azure's rapid evolution means continuous learning is non-negotiable; static knowledge quickly becomes obsolete. This course provides the foundational mindset to adapt.

Skills You’ll Get

  • Identity & Governance: Master Microsoft Entra ID, managing users, groups, and access controls to secure Azure resources effectively, understanding the trade-offs between granular permissions and administrative overhead.
  • Storage Management: Configure and manage Azure storage accounts, blobs, and files, optimizing for cost, performance, and data redundancy while navigating regional replication constraints.
  • Compute & Networking: Deploy and manage VMs, containers, and App Services, then configure virtual networks, secure access, and load balancing, recognizing the complexities of hybrid connectivity.
  • Monitoring & Recovery: Implement robust monitoring solutions and backup strategies for Azure resources, ensuring business continuity while balancing RTO/RPO objectives with budget limitations.

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1

Preface

  • Introduction
  • About the AZ-104 exam
  • Organization of this course
  • Preparing for the exam
  • Objective mapping
2

Manage Azure identities and governance

  • Manage Microsoft Entra users and groups
  • Manage access to Azure resources
  • Manage Azure subscriptions and governance
  • Lesson summary
  • Review Scenario
  • Review Scenario Answers
3

Implement and manage storage

  • Configure access to storage
  • Configure and manage storage accounts
  • Configure Azure Files and Azure Blob Storage
  • Lesson summary
  • Review Scenario
  • Review Scenario Answers
4

Deploy and manage Azure compute resources

  • Automate deployment of resources
  • Create and configure virtual machines
  • Provision and manage containers
  • Create and configure Azure App Service
  • Lesson summary
  • Review Scenario
  • Review Scenario Answers
5

Configure and manage virtual networking

  • Configure and manage virtual networks in Azure
  • Configure secure access to virtual networks
  • Configure name resolution and load balancing
  • Lesson summary
  • Review Scenario
  • Review Scenario answers
6

Monitor and back up Azure resources

  • Monitor resources in Azure
  • Implement backup and recovery
  • Lesson summary
  • Review Scenario
  • Review Scenario Answers
7

questions

8

Questions 2

  • Questions

1

Manage Azure identities and governance

  • Managing Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
  • Implementing Azure Governance Using Policies, Resource Locks, and Tags
  • Managing Management Groups, Budgets, Cost Analysis, and Azure Advisor
2

Implement and manage storage

  • Securing Azure Storage Using Firewalls, Virtual Networks, and Identity-Based Access
  • Managing Secure Access Using SAS Tokens, Stored Access Policies, and Access Keys
  • Managing Storage Data Using AzCopy
  • Protecting Azure Storage Data Using Versioning, Soft Delete, Snapshots, and Lifecycle Management
  • Creating and Managing Azure Blob Storage and Azure Files
3

Deploy and manage Azure compute resources

  • Deploying Azure Resources Using ARM Templates
  • Deploying Azure Resources Using Bicep Files
  • Creating and Configuring Azure Virtual Machines
  • Managing Azure Virtual Machine Disks and Encryption at Host
  • Deploying and Managing Azure Virtual Machine Scale Sets
  • Deploying Virtual Machines Using Availability Sets and Availability Zones
  • Deploying and Scaling Azure Container Apps
  • Deploying Azure Container Instances (ACI)
  • Creating and Managing Azure Container Registry (ACR)
  • Creating and Configuring Azure App Service
4

Configure and manage virtual networking

  • Configuring Azure Virtual Network Peering
  • Creating and Configuring Azure Virtual Networks and Subnets
  • Configuring Service Endpoints for Azure PaaS Services
  • Configuring Private Endpoints for Azure Storage
5

Monitor and back up Azure resources

  • Monitoring Azure Resources Using Azure Monitor Metrics
  • Creating Azure Monitor Alerts, Action Groups, and Alert Processing Rules
  • Monitoring Virtual Machines, Storage Accounts, and Networks Using Azure Monitor Insights
  • Configuring Log Analytics Workspace and Azure Monitor Logs

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While we cover foundational concepts, this course assumes a basic understanding of IT infrastructure. It's designed to elevate you to a production-ready Azure administrator, focusing heavily on the practical skills needed for the AZ-104 exam. If you're completely new to IT, some concepts might feel fast-paced, but the 26 hands-on labs are there to solidify your understanding.

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The 26 hands-on labs are your proving ground. You'll be deploying virtual machines, configuring virtual networks, setting up storage accounts, managing identities, and implementing monitoring solutions—all in a live Azure environment. These aren't simulations; they're real-world tasks designed to expose you to the nuances and potential pitfalls of Azure administration. Expect to troubleshoot; Azure rarely works perfectly on the first try.

Completing this training and achieving your AZ-104 certification positions you for roles like Azure Systems Administrator, Cloud Administrator, or Cloud Engineer. You'll be equipped to manage an organization's Azure infrastructure, handle deployments, ensure security, and optimize costs. The demand for skilled Azure professionals is high, but remember, the landscape shifts constantly, so continuous learning is your best career insurance.

Azure is a rapidly evolving platform. New services, features, and best practices are released constantly. What's current today might be deprecated or superseded tomorrow. This course provides a robust foundation, but to remain effective and competitive, you must commit to ongoing learning. Relying solely on static knowledge will quickly render your skills obsolete, impacting your ability to manage and optimize Azure environments efficiently.

Pass the Microsoft AZ-104 Certification Exam

  Master Azure administration with hands-on labs and practical skills for identity, networking, storage, compute, monitoring, and certification success.

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