AZ VM Simplified

What is an Azure Virtual Machine (VM)?

An Azure VM is like renting a computer in the cloud that has its own Operating System, software, storage, and networking.

What are Azure VMs used for?

Azure VMs provide full control for custom software setups, specific OS versions, and running apps that are not compatible with standard Azure services.

How is using a VM similar to booking a hotel room?

You don’t own the hardware but control everything inside your VM, similar to setting up and managing your space in a hotel room.

What does the user manage in an Azure VM?

The user manages the software, including installing updates, patches, configuration, and security.

What components can you choose when creating a VM?

You can choose size (CPU, RAM), storage (SSD or HDD), networking (IP, firewall ports), and image (OS and pre-installed software).

What are Virtual Machine Scale Sets?

They automatically add or remove identical VMs based on demand, like hiring more delivery drivers during busy hours.

What are Availability Sets in Azure VMs?

They ensure reliability by spreading VMs across multiple power/network resources to maintain uptime in case of failure.

When should you use Azure VMs?

Use VMs for testing software, running apps that don't fit PaaS, 'lift and shift' implementations, and disaster recovery.

What costs are associated with Azure VMs?

You pay for the VM time you use, storage, and data, with no extra costs for features like Availability Sets.

What are Fault Domains?

Separate power/network zones used in Availability Sets to enhance reliability.

What are Update Domains?

Groups of VMs that get updated at different times in an Availability Set to avoid simultaneous downtime.