Microsoft Azure Administrator Exam Prep (AZ-104) - 2nd Edition

In cloud computing, getting certified as an Azure Administrator is one of the most highly sought-after sets of abilities. Author Lalit Rawat brings the labs experience to this updated and extended second edition to help you launch your test preparation with the practical practice of how a certified Azure administrator handles enterprise cloud architecture.

This book will help you understand the fundamental and more advanced aspects of Azure administration. In-depth coverage is provided for various topics, including how to sync your existing on-premises active directory with the Azure directory and how to use the user management features of Azure Active Directory. The book also provides an exam-based scenario explanation for the Azure Virtual Machine, the Azure Storage Account, and the Azure Networking service. The book also includes topics such as Azure Monitor, Azure networking, on-premises to Azure connectivity, site-to-site connections, express route, and disaster and backup recovery solutions.

In addition, you will enjoy chapters specifically devoted to Exam Preparation Guidelines and Mock Exams, which will assist you in the exam assessments that test your knowledge.

KEY FEATURES

* Includes subject matter expertise in implementing, managing, and monitoring your organization’s Microsoft Azure environment.
* Covers all exam topics, including virtual networks, storage, computing, identity, security, and governance.
* Includes exam tips, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations to get certified on the first attempt.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

* Train to work as an Azure administrator using the Microsoft Azure lab environment.
* Excellent familiarity with Microsoft Azure and all other essentials of cloud administration.
* Set up a corporate cloud system based on Azure.
* Build and expand your organizations virtual infrastructure.
* Implement web apps and containers.
* Implement storage solutions and manage the network traffic.
* Set up, size, monitor, and change your resources to meet the needs of your business.

WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR

This book is intended for Azure Administrators, Cloud Engineers, Windows/Linux Administrators, Technical Specialists, and Consultants who wish to get certified in Azure and expand their expertise to expert-level skills on the platform.
Knowing Powershell and CLI should be enough to read through this book.

1. Implement and Manage Hybrid Identities
2. Managing Role Assignment Through the RBAC Policy
3. Azure Subscription & Resources Group Management
4. Managing & Configuration of Storage Accounts
5. Manage Data in Azure Storage
6. Configure Azure Files
7. Create and Configure a VM
8. Automate the Deployment of VMs
9. Create and Configure Containers
10. Create and Configure Web Apps
11. Configure Virtual Networking & Integrate an On-premises to Azure Network
12. Configure Load Balancing
13. Secure Access to Virtual Networks
14. Monitor and Troubleshoot Virtual Networking
15. Analyze Resource Utilization and Consumption
16. Implement Backup and Recovery
17. Exam Guidelines & Assessments

Lalit is an Azure MVP, MCT & author of the ‘Azure Interview Q & A’ book. He likes to share his knowledge through his blog (https://azure4you.com/) and share his technical skills in a wider community like AzureTalk, Local meetup groups, etc. He has written several articles on Microsoft Azure and changed many lives with his articles and his hands-on training programs and workshops.
He is a speaker and has delivered sessions on big platforms, including MS Global Bootcamp, Local user groups and Expert Live India, and other events.

Moreover to his credit, he has delivered 500+ training sessions to professionals worldwide in Microsoft Azure technologies and other technologies, including SCOM and Windows Server. He has provided instructor-led online training and hands-on workshops.

His technical prowess and capability of exploring new frontiers of technology and imparting them to his aspiring team members are his trademark. His execution is priceless and bringing forth his approach will help you realize your dreams, goals, and aspirations into reality.