Title: Exam AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies - By Wyatt Fox / 2. Describe Azure architecture and services

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What can you do with Azure?
A. Run your existing applications on virtual machines
B. Build on your terms
C. Only migrate your existing apps to virtual machines
D. Azure doesnt offer any AI or machine-learning services
A: Correct Answer: A. Run your existing applications on virtual machines
Explanation: Azure provides more than 100 services that enable you to do everything from running your existing applications on virtual machines to exploring new software paradigms, such as intelligent bots and mixed reality, as mentioned in the text.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
['B. Build on your terms - Although this is a benefit Azure offers, this choice does not reflect the answer to the question.', 'C. Only migrate your existing apps to virtual machines - While migrating existing apps to virtual machines is a good start, it is not the only thing that can be done with Azure.', 'D. Azure doesnt offer any AI or machine-learning services - This is incorrect as that Azure provides artificial intelligence (AI) and machine-learning(ML) services that can communicate with users through vision, hearing, and speech.']
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/2-what-microsoft-azure

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What kind of services does Microsoft Azure offer?
A. Only virtual machine services
B. 100+ services that include artificial intelligence and storage solutions
C. Only hybrid cloud solutions
D. Only language and framework support
A: Correct Answer: (B. 100+ services that include artificial intelligence and storage solutions)
Explanation: Azure provides more than 100 services that enable you to do everything from running your existing applications on virtual machines to exploring new software paradigms, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine-learning (ML) services that can naturally communicate with your users through vision, hearing, and speech. It also provides storage solutions that dynamically grow to accommodate massive amounts of data. Azure services enable solutions that arent feasible without the power of the cloud.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
(A. Incorrect - Azure provides more than just virtual machine services, but also includes artificial intelligence and storage solutions. B. Correct answer. C. Incorrect - Azure also provides virtual machine and language and framework support services, among other things. D. Incorrect - Azure provides more than just language and framework support services.)
Reference URL: (https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/2-what-microsoft-azure)

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What is the Azure free account?
A. An offer for new users that includes free access to popular Azure products for 12 months, a credit to use for the first 30 days, and access to more than 25 products that are always free.
B. An offer for students that includes free access to certain Azure services for 12 months, a credit to use in the first 12 months, and free access to certain software developer tools.
C. A temporary subscription thats added to your Azure account, which allows you to create Azure resources during a Learn module.
D. An option to purchase Azure access through a Microsoft partner.
A: Correct Answer: A. An offer for new users that includes free access to popular Azure products for 12 months, a credit to use for the first 30 days, and access to more than 25 products that are always free.
Explanation: The Azure free account is an offer for new users that includes free access to popular Azure products for 12 months, a credit to use for the first 30 days, and access to more than 25 products that are always free. Its an excellent way for new users to get started and explore at no cost to them. The credit card information is used for identity verification only. You wont be charged for any services until you upgrade to a paid subscription.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B. The Azure free student account is an offer for students that gives $100 credit and free developer tools. Also, you can sign up without a credit card. C. The Microsoft Learn sandbox is a temporary subscription thats added to your Azure account, which allows you to create Azure resources during a Learn module. D. An option to purchase Azure access through a Microsoft partner.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/3-get-started-azure-accounts

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What is required to sign up for the Azure free account?
A. Phone number, credit card, and a Microsoft or GitHub account
B. Phone number and a credit card only
C. Microsoft or GitHub account and a credit card only
D. Phone number and a Microsoft or GitHub account only
A: Correct Answer: A. Phone number, credit card, and a Microsoft or GitHub account
Explanation: The Azure free account requires a phone number, a credit card, and a Microsoft or GitHub account. The credit card information is only used for identity verification purposes and you wont be charged for any services unless you upgrade to a paid subscription.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect as a Microsoft or GitHub account is also required. C is incorrect as a phone number is also required. D is incorrect as a credit card is also required.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/3-get-started-azure-accounts

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What is included in the Azure free account?
A. Free access to certain Azure services for 12 months
B. Free access to popular Azure products for 12 months
C. Free access to certain software developer tools
D. None of the above
A: Correct Answer: B. Free access to popular Azure products for 12 months
Explanation: The Azure free account includes free access to popular Azure products for 12 months, a credit to use for the first 30 days, and access to more than 25 products that are always free. This is an excellent way for new users to get started and explore.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because this describes the Azure free student account offer. Option C is also incorrect because this is another description of the Azure free student account offer. Option D is incorrect because the Azure free account does include access to popular Azure products for 12 months.
Reference URL: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/modules/create-an-azure-account/2-get-started-with-azure-accounts

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What does the Azure free student account offer?
A. Free access to certain Azure services for 12 months. A credit to use for the first 30 days. Access to more than 25 products that are always free.
B. Free access to popular Azure products for 12 months. A credit to use in the first 12 months. Free access to certain software developer tools.
C. Access to more than 25 products that are always free. Free access to certain software developer tools. An offer for students that gives $100 credit and free developer tools.
D. A temporary subscription that allows you to create Azure resources during a Learn module. Learn automatically cleans up the temporary resources for you.
A: Correct Answer: B. Free access to popular Azure products for 12 months. A credit to use in the first 12 months. Free access to certain software developer tools.
Explanation: The Azure free student account offer includes free access to certain Azure services for 12 months, a credit to use in the first 12 months, and free access to certain software developer tools. This is different from the regular Azure free account, which only offers free access to popular Azure products for 12 months and a credit to use for the first 30 days.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because it describes the regular Azure free account. Option C is incorrect because it describes a combination of both the regular Azure free account and the Azure free student account. Option D is incorrect because it describes the Microsoft Learn sandbox.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/3-get-started-azure-accounts

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What is the Microsoft Learn sandbox?
A. A paid subscription for Azure services
B. A temporary subscription created for Learn modules
C. A free student account with $100 credit
D. A range of cloud managed solutions
A: Correct Answer: B. A temporary subscription created for Learn modules
Explanation: The Microsoft Learn sandbox is a technology that creates a temporary subscription for Learn modules, which allows you to create and test Azure resources at no cost to you. This subscription is automatically cleaned up after youve completed the module.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because the Microsoft Learn sandbox is not a paid subscription, it is a temporary one created for Learn modules. Option C is incorrect because the Azure free student account is a different offer that includes free access to certain Azure services for 12 months, and free developer tools, but it does not create a temporary subscription like the Learn sandbox. Option D is incorrect because it refers to Cloud Solution Provider partners that offer managed cloud solutions for Azure, which is a different topic unrelated to the Microsoft Learn sandbox.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/3-get-started-azure-accounts

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What are availability zones in Azure?
A. They are geographically separate datacenters within an Azure region that provide resiliency and reliability.
B. They are physical and logical network-isolated instances of Azure for U.S. government agencies and partners.
C. They are datacenters that are part of Azure Regions and designed to help you achieve resiliency and reliability for your business-critical workloads.
D. They are Azure services that are always available from Azure geographies and are resilient to zone-wide and region-wide outages.
A: Correct Answer: A. They are geographically separate datacenters within an Azure region that provide resiliency and reliability.
Explanation: Availability zones are physically separate datacenters within an Azure region. Each availability zone is made up of one or more datacenters equipped with independent power, cooling, and networking. An availability zone is set up to be an isolation boundary. If one zone goes down, the other continues working. Availability zones are connected through high-speed, private fiber-optic networks.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because it describes US Government-specific sovereign regions of Azure. C describes Azure Regions, not Availability Zones, and D describes non-regional services but not the specific concept of Availability Zones.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/5-describe-azure-physical-infrastructure

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What are Availability Zones in Azure?
A. Separate datacenters within an Azure region that are networked together with low-latency network.
B. Physical infrastructure that starts with datacenters and is grouped into Azure Regions or Azure Availability Zones.
C. Geographical areas on the planet that contain at least one datacenter.
D. Instances of Azure that are isolated from the main instance of Azure.
A: Correct Answer: A. Separate datacenters within an Azure region that are networked together with low-latency network.
Explanation: Availability Zones are physically separate datacenters within an Azure region. Each availability zone is made up of one or more datacenters equipped with independent power, cooling, and networking. An availability zone is set up to be an isolation boundary. If one zone goes down, the other continues working.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option B describes Physical Infrastructure for Azure. Option C describes Azure Regions. Option D describes Sovereign Regions in Azure.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/5-describe-azure-physical-infrastructure

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What is an Azure Region?
A. A physically separate datacenter within an Azure region
B. A geographic area on the planet containing multiple datacenters networked together
C. A datacenter operated by screened U.S. personnel for government agencies and partners
D. A global Azure service that doesnt require you to select a particular region
A: Correct Answer: B. A geographic area on the planet containing multiple datacenters networked together
Explanation: A region is a geographical area on the planet that contains at least one, but potentially multiple datacenters that are nearby and networked together with a low-latency network.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A describes an Availability Zone. Option C describes sovereign regions. Option D is not an accurate description of a region.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/5-describe-azure-physical-infrastructure

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What are Availability Zones in Azure?
A. Geographical areas on the planet that contain at least one, but potentially multiple datacenters that are nearby and networked together with a low-latency network.
B. Separate datacenters within an Azure region equipped with independent power, cooling, and networking that are connected through high-speed, private fiber-optic networks.
C. Physical and logical network-isolated instances of Azure for U.S. government agencies and partners.
D. Azure regions paired together within the same geography, at least 300 miles apart, that allow for replication of resources across a geography.
A: Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Availability Zones in Azure are physically separate datacenters within an Azure region that are equipped with independent power, cooling, and networking, and are connected through high-speed, private fiber-optic networks. An availability zone is set up to be an isolation boundary, and each zone is made up of one or more datacenters. If one zone goes down, the other continues working, providing high availability and disaster recovery.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because this describes what Regions are in Azure, which are geographical areas on the planet that contain at least one, but potentially multiple data centers that are nearby and networked together with a low-latency network. C is incorrect because this describes what Sovereign Regions are in Azure, which are instances of Azure that are isolated from the main instance of Azure and are available for compliance or legal purposes. D is incorrect because this describes what Region Pairs are in Azure, which are Azure regions paired together within the same geography, at least 300 miles apart, that allow for replication of resources across a geography.
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What are Availability Zones in Azure?
A. Physically separate datacenters within an Azure region
B. Geographical areas on the planet that contain at least one datacenter
C. Datacenters grouped together in a single Azure region
D. Instances of Azure that are isolated from the main instance of Azure
A: Correct Answer: A. Physically separate datacenters within an Azure region
Explanation: Availability zones are a set of physically separate datacenters within an Azure region, with each availability zone equipped with independent power, cooling, and networking. They are designed to provide high availability and resiliency for your business-critical workloads.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because a region is a geographical area on the planet that may have one or more datacenters. It doesnt guarantee that the datacenters are separate from each other. C is incorrect because a set of datacenters in a region together constitute an availability zone. D is incorrect because sovereign regions are instances of Azure that are isolated from the main instance of Azure for compliance or legal purposes.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/5-describe-azure-physical-infrastructure

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What are region pairs in Azure?
A. Regions that are physically separate datacenters within an Azure region.
B. Geographical areas on the planet that contain at least one, but potentially multiple datacenters that are nearby and networked together with a low-latency network.
C. Azure regions paired with another region within the same geography at least 300 miles away to reduce likelihood of interruption due to natural disasters, civil unrest, power outages, or physical network outages.
D. Instances of Azure that are isolated from the main instance of Azure for compliance or legal purposes.
A: Correct Answer: C. Azure regions paired with another region within the same geography at least 300 miles away to reduce likelihood of interruption due to natural disasters, civil unrest, power outages, or physical network outages.
Explanation: Region pairs are groupings of Azure regions that are directly connected and far enough apart from each other to be isolated from regional disasters. They are paired to reduce the likelihood of interruptions due to natural disasters, civil unrest, power outages, or physical network outages. If one region in a pair was affected by a natural disaster, services would automatically fail over to the other region in its region pair. Azure regions are paired with another region within the same geography at least 300 miles away to ensure regional diversity.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is describing availability zones, which are physically separate datacenters within an Azure region. B is describing regions. D is describing sovereign regions, which are instances of Azure that are isolated from the main instance of Azure for compliance or legal purposes.
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What are the additional advantages of region pairs in Azure?
A. They allow for the replication of resources across a geography to reduce the likelihood of interruptions due to natural disasters.
B. They ensure that a minimum of three separate datacenters are present in all region pairs.
C. They automatically replicate data or fall back from a failed region to cross-replicate to another enabled region.
D. They provide isolated instances of Azure for compliance or legal purposes.
A: Correct Answer: A. They allow for the replication of resources across a geography to reduce the likelihood of interruptions due to natural disasters.
Explanation: Region pairs in Azure allow for the replication of resources across a geography to reduce the likelihood of interruptions due to natural disasters, civil unrest, power outages, or physical network outages that affect an entire region. If one region in a pair was affected by a natural disaster, services would automatically fail over to the other region in its region pair.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because a minimum of three separate availability zones are present in all availability zone-enabled regions, not region pairs. C is incorrect because not all Azure services automatically replicate data or automatically fall back from a failed region to cross-replicate to another enabled region. In these scenarios, recovery and replication must be configured by the customer. D is incorrect because sovereign regions are isolated instances of Azure for compliance or legal purposes, but they are not an additional advantage of region pairs.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/5-describe-azure-physical-infrastructure

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What are sovereign regions in Azure?
A. Regions with independent power, cooling, and networking
B. Regions that are physically separated from each other within an Azure region
C. Instances of Azure that are isolated from the main instance of Azure
D. Paired Azure regions within the same geography
A: Correct Answer: C. Instances of Azure that are isolated from the main instance of Azure
Explanation: Sovereign regions are instances of Azure that are isolated from the main instance of Azure. They are designed for customers that need to meet specific compliance and policy requirements.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because it describes availability zones. B is incorrect because it describes availability zones within a region, not sovereign regions. D is incorrect because it describes region pairs, which are a pair of regions within a geography that are connected for replication purposes.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/5-describe-azure-physical-infrastructure

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What is the purpose of resource groups in Azure?
A. To group together resources for billing purposes
B. To provide a way to logically organize resources
C. To define boundaries around Azure products and services
D. To manage access, policies, and compliance for subscriptions
A: Correct Answer: B. To provide a way to logically organize resources
Explanation: Resource groups are simply groupings of resources. When you create a resource, you’re required to place it into a resource group. While a resource group can contain many resources, a single resource can only be in one resource group at a time. Resource groups provide a convenient way to group resources together. When you apply an action to a resource group, that action will apply to all the resources within the resource group.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. This is not the primary purpose of resource groups in Azure, although it can be a benefit. C. This describes the overall purpose of Azure subscriptions, not resource groups specifically. D. This describes the purpose of Azure management groups, not resource groups.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/6-describe-azure-management-infrastructure

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What is a subscription in Azure?
A. A unit of management, billing, and scale
B. A grouping of resources
C. A container for management groups
D. A type of resource in Azure
A: Correct Answer: A. A unit of management, billing, and scale
Explanation: In Azure, subscriptions are a unit of management, billing, and scale. They allow you to logically organize your resource groups and facilitate billing. A subscription links to an Azure account, which is an identity in Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) or in a directory that Azure AD trusts. An account can have multiple subscriptions, but it’s only required to have one.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B. A grouping of resources describes a resource group, not a subscription. C. A container for management groups is incorrect as management groups are organized into subscriptions, not the other way around. D. A type of resource is incorrect as subscriptions are not resources, they are a unit of management.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/6-describe-azure-management-infrastructure

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Why might you want to create additional Azure subscriptions?
A. To separate environments for development and testing, security, or to isolate data for compliance reasons.
B. To manage and control access to the resources that users provision with specific subscriptions.
C. To split VM locations to the US West Region in a group called Production.
D. To organize resources into resource groups.
A: Correct Answer: A. To separate environments for development and testing, security, or to isolate data for compliance reasons.
Explanation: Creating additional subscriptions can help you separate environments for development and testing, security, or to isolate data for compliance reasons. This design allows you to manage and control access to the resources that users provision within each subscription.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because this answer describes how subscriptions can be used, not why you would create additional ones. C is incorrect because this is an incorrectly worded example from the text rather than a reason to create a subscription. D is incorrect because this answer describes resource groups, rather than reasons to create additional subscriptions.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-core-architectural-components-of-azure/6-describe-azure-management-infrastructure

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What do Azure management groups provide?
A. A way to group resources together
B. A higher level of scope above subscriptions for enterprise-grade management
C. A way to logically organize resources
D. A unit of management, billing, and scale
A: Correct Answer: B. A higher level of scope above subscriptions for enterprise-grade management
Explanation: Azure management groups provide a level of scope above subscriptions for enterprise-grade management. You can organize subscriptions into containers called management groups and apply governance conditions to the management groups.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A resource group provides a convenient way to group resources together. An Azure subscription is a unit of management, billing, and scale. A resource is the basic building block of Azure.
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What are management groups used for in Azure?
A. To group resources together
B. To organize and manage Azure subscriptions
C. To provide a level of scope above subscriptions
D. To create additional Azure subscriptions
A: Correct Answer: C. To provide a level of scope above subscriptions
Explanation: Management groups provide enterprise-grade management by organizing subscriptions into containers and applying governance conditions to them. All subscriptions within a management group inherit the conditions applied to the management group. Management groups can be nested, providing a level of scope above subscriptions.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because resource groups are used to group resources together, while management groups provide a higher level of organization. B is incorrect because Azure subscriptions are themselves managed by management groups. D is incorrect because creating additional Azure subscriptions is a separate function from management groups, which are used to provide a hierarchy above subscriptions.
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What is an Azure virtual machine scale set?
A. A group of load-balanced VMs that are identically configured and can automatically increase or decrease in response to demand
B. A tool used to ensure that VMs stagger updates and have varied power and network connectivity
C. A group of VMs with features such as scale sets and availability sets that can be managed by Azure
D. A preconfigured VM image used to rapidly provision VMs
A: Correct Answer: A. A group of load-balanced VMs that are identically configured and can automatically increase or decrease in response to demand
Explanation: Virtual machine scale sets let you create and manage a group of identical, load-balanced VMs. Scale sets allow you to centrally manage, configure, and update a large number of VMs in minutes. The number of VM instances can automatically increase or decrease in response to demand, or you can set it to scale based on a defined schedule. Virtual machine scale sets also automatically deploy a load balancer to make sure that your resources are being used efficiently.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because it describes an availability set. C is incorrect because it describes a group of VMs with different features, including scale sets and availability sets. D is incorrect because it describes an image used to quickly provision VMs.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-compute-networking-services/2-virtual-machines

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What is the purpose of virtual machine scale sets in Azure?
A. To manage groups of identical, load-balanced VMs
B. To ensure VMs stagger updates and have varied power and network connectivity
C. To manage individual VMs used for testing and development
D. To extend the capabilities of an on-premises network by creating a virtual network in Azure
A: Correct Answer: A. To manage groups of identical, load-balanced VMs
Explanation: Virtual machine scale sets automate the management, configuration, and updating of a large number of identical, load-balanced VMs, allowing you to efficiently scale a service in response to demand.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because fault domains are used to group VMs by common power source and network switch to prevent complete failures in the event of a network or power failure. C and D are incorrect because they do not describe the purpose of virtual machine scale sets.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-compute-networking-services/2-virtual-machines

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What are virtual machine scale sets in Azure?
A. A group of identical, load-balanced VMs that automatically increases or decreases in response to demand
B. A tool to help build a more resilient, highly available environment for VMs by grouping them by common power source and network switch
C. A quick and easy way to create different OS and application configurations for testing and development
D. An IaaS-based approach to disaster recovery that provides cost savings
A: Correct Answer: A. A group of identical, load-balanced VMs that automatically increases or decreases in response to demand
Explanation: Virtual machine scale sets let you create and manage a group of identical, load-balanced VMs. They can automatically increase or decrease the number of VM instances in response to demand.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B. This describes virtual machine availability sets. C. This describes using VMs for testing and development. D. This describes disaster recovery using VMs.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-compute-networking-services/2-virtual-machines

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What is the purpose of virtual machine availability sets in Azure?
A. To automate the deployment of a large number of VMs
B. To manage a group of identical, load-balanced VMs
C. To ensure VMs have varied power and network connectivity
D. To build a highly available environment by grouping VMs based on update and fault domain
A: Correct Answer: D. To build a highly available environment by grouping VMs based on update and fault domain
Explanation: Virtual machine availability sets in Azure are designed to ensure that VMs stagger updates and have varied power and network connectivity, preventing you from losing all your VMs with a single network or power failure. Availability sets do this by grouping VMs in two ways: update domain and fault domain. The update domain groups VMs that can be rebooted at the same time while the fault domain groups your VMs by common power source and network switch. By default, an availability set will split your VMs across up to three fault domains.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A) This description refers to virtual machine scale sets rather than virtual machine availability sets. Virtual machine scale sets let you create and manage a group of identical, load-balanced VMs. B) This description refers to virtual machine scale sets rather than virtual machine availability sets. Virtual machine scale sets allow you to centrally manage, configure, and update a large number of VMs in minutes. C) This answer is partly correct but does not fully capture the purpose of virtual machine availability sets, which is to build a highly available environment by grouping VMs based on update and fault domain.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-compute-networking-services/2-virtual-machines

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What is a common use case for virtual machines on Azure?
A. Testing and development
B. Content delivery networks
C. Machine learning
D. Blockchain applications
A: Correct Answer: A. Testing and development
Explanation: Virtual machines on Azure are a great way to create different OS and application configurations quickly, making them ideal for testing and development. Developers can easily delete the VMs when they no longer need them, ensuring that their resources are being used efficiently.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B. Content delivery networks are not a typical use case for virtual machines on Azure. C. Machine learning and D. Blockchain applications may require specific tools, software, and computing resources, beyond the typical use cases for VMs on Azure.
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In what ways can you use Azure Virtual Machines (VMs)?
A. For testing and development purposes only
B. To run custom software
C. To extend your datacenter to the cloud
D. All of the above
A: Correct Answer: D. All of the above
Explanation: Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) can be used for testing and development purposes, running custom software, extending your datacenter to the cloud and for disaster recovery. They also provide the flexibility of virtualization without having to buy and maintain physical hardware.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because VMs can also be used to run custom software and extend datacenters to the cloud. Option B is incorrect because VMs can also be used for testing and development, extending datacenters to the cloud and disaster recovery. Option C is incorrect because VMs can also be used for testing and development purposes and to run custom software.
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What is a virtual machine scale set in Azure?
A. A group of non-identical VMs in Azure
B. An Azure tool for grouping VMs that need to stagger updates and have varied power and network connectivity
C. An Azure tool for scaling identical, load-balanced VMs
D. Azures tool for creating and maintaining VMs in the cloud
A: Correct Answer: C. An Azure tool for scaling identical, load-balanced VMs
Explanation: A virtual machine scale set is Azures tool for creating and managing a group of identical, load-balanced VMs. This Azure tool automates the management, configuration, and updating of a large number of VMs in minutes. Additionally, the number of VM instances can automatically increase or decrease in response to demand, or you can set it to scale based on a defined schedule. With virtual machine scale sets, you can build large-scale services for areas such as compute, big data, and container workloads.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A virtual machine scale set is not a group of non-identical VMs in Azure (choice A). A virtual machine availability set is Azures tool for grouping VMs that need to stagger updates and have varied power and network connectivity (choice B). Azures tool for creating and maintaining VMs in the cloud is just called Virtual Machines (choice D).
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What is Azure Virtual Desktop?
A. A desktop and application virtualization service that runs on the cloud.
B. A desktop and application virtualization service that runs on local hardware.
C. A cloud-hosted version of Mac OS.
D. A browser-based version of Windows.
A: Correct Answer: A. A desktop and application virtualization service that runs on the cloud.
Explanation: Azure Virtual Desktop is a desktop and application virtualization service that runs on the cloud, enabling users to use a cloud-hosted version of Windows from any location and works with apps that you can use to access remote desktops or most modern browsers.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because Azure Virtual Desktop runs on the cloud, not local hardware. C is incorrect because Azure Virtual Desktop is a Windows-based virtualization service, not a Mac-based service. D is incorrect because while Azure Virtual Desktop works with most modern browsers, it is not a browser-based version of Windows.
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What security feature does Azure Virtual Desktop offer for user sign-ins?
A. Single-factor authentication
B. Multifactor authentication
C. No authentication
D. Username and password authentication
A: Correct Answer: B. Multifactor authentication
Explanation: Azure Virtual Desktop provides centralized security management for users desktops with Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). You can enable multifactor authentication to secure user sign-ins.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because Azure Virtual Desktop provides multifactor authentication. Option C is incorrect because Azure Virtual Desktop offers centralized security management. Option D is incorrect because Azure Virtual Desktop uses multifactor authentication, not just a username and password.
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What type of operating systems are supported by Azure Virtual Desktop for multi-session deployment?
A. Only Windows Server-based operating systems
B. Only Windows 10 Enterprise multi-session
C. Only Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session
D. Both Windows 10 and Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session
A: Correct Answer: D. Both Windows 10 and Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session
Explanation: Azure Virtual Desktop supports both Windows 10 and Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session for deployment. These operating systems enable multiple concurrent users to use the same VM at the same time.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because Azure Virtual Desktop doesnt support only Windows Server-based operating systems. It also supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session for deployment. Option B is incorrect because Azure Virtual Desktop supports both Windows 10 and Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session for deployment. Option C is incorrect because Azure Virtual Desktop supports both Windows 10 and Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session for deployment.
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What is the main advantage of containers over virtual machines?
A. Containers are more secure than virtual machines
B. Containers can run multiple instances of an application on a single host machine
C. Containers are more cost-effective than virtual machines
D. Containers are easier to manage than virtual machines
A: Correct Answer: B. Containers can run multiple instances of an application on a single host machine
Explanation: Unlike virtual machines, which are limited to a single operating system per virtual machine, containers can run multiple instances of an application on a single host machine. This makes containers a more efficient and scalable option for certain workloads.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. While security is an important consideration for both virtual machines and containers, it is not the main advantage of containers over virtual machines. C. The cost-effectiveness of containers versus virtual machines depends on the specific workload and use case. There is no clear-cut answer to whether one is definitively more cost-effective than the other. D. Containers can be easier to manage than virtual machines in certain scenarios, but this is not the main advantage of containers over virtual machines.
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What is a key difference between virtual machines and containers?
A. Containers cannot run multiple applications on a single host machine
B. Containers manage the operating system for each instance
C. Virtual machines are a lighter weight, more agile method
D. Containers are limited to a single operating system per container
A: Correct Answer: B. Containers manage the operating system for each instance
Explanation: Unlike virtual machines, containers do not require an operating system per instance. Containers manage the operating system for each instance and are lightweight and agile.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because containers can run multiple instances of an application on a single host machine. C is incorrect because virtual machines are not a lighter, more agile method than containers. D is incorrect because containers are not limited to a single operating system per container.
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What is the difference between virtual machines and containers?
A. Virtual machines are a lighter weight, more agile method than containers
B. Containers allow you to run multiple operating systems on a single physical host, whereas virtual machines are limited to a single operating system per virtual machine
C. Virtual machines dont require an operating system, whereas containers do
D. Containers are a platform as a service (PaaS) offering, whereas virtual machines are not
A: Correct Answer: B. Containers allow you to run multiple operating systems on a single physical host, whereas virtual machines are limited to a single operating system per virtual machine
Explanation: One of the key differences between virtual machines and containers is that virtual machines are limited to a single operating system per virtual machine, whereas containers allow you to run multiple instances of an application on a single host machine. Containers are a virtualization environment and are lightweight and designed to be created, scaled out, and stopped dynamically, and unlike virtual machines, you dont manage the operating system for a container. This makes containers a lighter weight, more agile method for application deployment than traditional virtual machines.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A) This answer is incorrect. Virtual machines are not a lighter weight, more agile method than containers. Containers are designed to be more agile and lightweight than traditional virtual machines. C) This answer is incorrect. Containers require an operating system, much like virtual machines do. D) This answer is incorrect. Virtual machines and containers are both used to deploy applications; however, containers are a more lightweight and flexible solution than traditional virtual machines.
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What is Azure Container Instances?
A. A lightweight, agile method of creating and deploying virtual machines
B. A way to manage multiple virtual machines on a single physical or virtual host
C. A PaaS offering that allows you to upload containers and run them without managing virtual machines
D. A popular container engine supported by Azure
A: Correct Answer: C. A PaaS offering that allows you to upload containers and run them without managing virtual machines
Explanation: Azure Container Instances is a platform as a service (PaaS) offering that allows you to upload your containers and then run the containers for you, without having to manage any virtual machines or adopt any additional services.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because containers are a virtualization environment, not a method of creating and deploying virtual machines. B is incorrect because Azure Container Instances are a way to run containers without managing virtual machines, not a way to manage multiple virtual machines on a single host. D is incorrect because Docker is a popular container engine, but Azure Container Instances is not a container engine, its a PaaS offering that allows you to run containers.
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What is a benefit of using containers over virtual machines?
A. Containers are easier to manage than virtual machines
B. Containers allow for multiple operating systems on a single virtual machine
C. Containers are designed to be created and stopped dynamically
D. Containers are a more cost-efficient alternative to virtual machines
A: Correct Answer: (C. Containers are designed to be created and stopped dynamically)
Explanation: Containers are designed to be lightweight and agile, allowing you to create, scale out, and stop them dynamically. They are ideal for responding to changes on demand, and for quickly restarting if theres a crash or hardware interruption. This makes them a more dynamic solution than virtual machines, which require more resources to be managed.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
(A. While containers may be lighter weight than virtual machines, they can still be complex and require expertise to manage. B. Containers, like virtual machines, are limited to a single operating system per virtual machine. D. Containers can be a more cost-efficient alternative for running multiple instances of an application, but may not be a cheaper solution than virtual machines in every case.)
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When is it ideal to use Azure Functions?
A. When you are concerned about the underlying infrastructure
B. When you need to perform work in response to an event or message from another Azure service
C. When you need to complete work that takes minutes to complete
D. When you need to manually scale your application
A: Correct Answer: B. When you need to perform work in response to an event or message from another Azure service
Explanation: Azure Functions is commonly used when you need to perform work in response to an event (often via a REST request), timer, or message from another Azure service, and when that work can be completed quickly, within seconds or less.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. Functions are specifically designed for situations where you may not want to deal with the underlying infrastructure. C. Functions are built for small workloads that complete quickly, typically in a matter of seconds or less, so they are not ideal when work takes minutes to complete. D. Functions scale automatically based on demand, and are not designed for manual scaling.
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What is App Service in Azure used for?
A. To build and host web apps, background jobs, mobile back-ends, and RESTful APIs in a programming language of your choice without managing infrastructure
B. To give maximum control of the hosting environment and allow you to configure it exactly how you want
C. To isolate and individually manage different aspects of the hosting solution
D. To store app data in a cloud-based SQL database and execute custom back-end logic in C# or Node.js for mobile apps.
A: Correct Answer: A. To build and host web apps, background jobs, mobile back-ends, and RESTful APIs in a programming language of your choice without managing infrastructure
Explanation: Azure App Service is used to build and host web apps, background jobs, mobile back-ends, and RESTful APIs in the programming language of your choice without managing infrastructure. It offers automatic scaling and high availability, supports Windows and Linux, and enables automated deployments from GitHub, Azure DevOps, or any Git repo to support a continuous deployment model.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because it refers to virtual machines (VMs) which give maximum control of the hosting environment. C is incorrect because it refers to containers that can isolate and individually manage different aspects of the hosting solution. D is incorrect because it refers to Mobile Apps feature of App Service that is used to quickly build a back end for iOS and Android apps, store mobile app data in a cloud-based SQL database, authenticate customers against common social providers, send push notifications, and execute custom back-end logic in C# or Node.js.
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Which of the following is an option for hosting web applications, REST APIs, and mobile backends on Azure App Service?
A. Virtual Machines
B. Containers
C. Azure Functions
D. App Service
A: Correct Answer: D. App Service
Explanation: Azure App Service is an HTTP-based service for hosting web applications, REST APIs, and mobile back ends. It supports multiple languages, including .NET, .NET Core, Java, Ruby, Node.js, PHP, or Python. It also supports both Windows and Linux environments.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A and B, Virtual Machines and Containers, provide excellent hosting solutions but are not specifically related to Azure App Service. Option C, Azure Functions, is a serverless computing option for executing code in response to events.
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What is Azure App Service?
A. An option for hosting web, background jobs, mobile back-ends, and RESTful APIs in Azure.
B. A virtual machine hosting solution.
C. A container hosting option.
D. A service for hosting database applications.
A: Correct Answer: A. An option for hosting web, background jobs, mobile back-ends, and RESTful APIs in Azure.
Explanation: Azure App Service is a robust hosting option provided by Azure that enables you to build and host web apps, background jobs, mobile back-ends, and RESTful APIs in the programming language of your choice without managing infrastructure. It offers automatic scaling and high availability.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because Azure App Service is not a virtual machine hosting solution. C is incorrect because Azure App Service is not a container hosting option. D is incorrect because Azure App Service is not a service for hosting database applications.
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What is an API app in Azure App Service?
A. A background job that can be scheduled or run by a trigger
B. A cloud-based SQL database for storing mobile app data
C. A REST-based web API that can be built using a choice of language and framework
D. A web app that provides support for hosting multiple languages, including .NET, .NET Core, Java, Ruby, Node.js, PHP, or Python
A: Correct Answer: C. A REST-based web API that can be built using a choice of language and framework
Explanation: API apps are REST-based web APIs that can be built using a choice of language and framework. They have full Swagger support and can be packaged and published in Azure Marketplace. The produced apps can be consumed from any HTTP- or HTTPS-based client.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is describing WebJobs, which are used to run background tasks in a context similar to a web app. B is describing the Mobile Apps feature of App Service, which is used for building a backend for iOS and Android apps while storing mobile app data in a cloud-based SQL database. D is describing web apps, which provide support for hosting multiple languages, including .NET, .NET Core, Java, Ruby, Node.js, PHP, or Python, and can be hosted in Azure App Service.
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What is WebJobs in Azure App Service?
A. A feature that enables you to store mobile app data in a cloud-based SQL database
B. A feature that provides automatic scaling and high availability for web apps
C. A feature that enables you to run a program or script in the same context as a web app, API app, or mobile app
D. A feature that lets you build and host web apps, background jobs and RESTful APIs in the language of your choice
A: Correct Answer: C. A feature that enables you to run a program or script in the same context as a web app, API app, or mobile app
Explanation: WebJobs is a feature in Azure App Service that enables you to run a program or script in the same context as a web app, API app, or mobile app. You can use it to run .exe, Java, PHP, Python, or Node.js programs or .cmd, .bat, PowerShell, or Bash scripts. They can be scheduled or run by a trigger and are often used to run background tasks as part of your application logic.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because the feature described is Mobile Apps, which enables you to quickly build a back end for iOS and Android apps. B is incorrect because it describes the overall Azure App Service feature and its benefits, rather than specifically describing WebJobs. D is incorrect because it describes the general hosting capabilities of Azure App Service and its support for multiple languages.
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What is the Mobile Apps feature of Azure App Service used for?
A. Hosting web-based applications
B. Running scheduled background tasks
C. Storing mobile app data in a cloud-based SQL database
D. Building a back end for iOS and Android apps
A: Correct Answer: D. Building a back end for iOS and Android apps
Explanation: The Mobile Apps feature of App Service is used to quickly build a back end for iOS and Android apps. It enables you to store mobile app data in a cloud-based SQL database, authenticate customers against common social providers such as MSA, Google, Twitter, and Facebook, send push notifications, and execute custom back-end logic in C# or Node.js.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. Hosting web-based applications is a feature of the Azure App Service Web Apps service, which exists alongside Mobile Apps. B. Running scheduled background tasks is a feature of Azure WebJobs, which is also offered by Azure App Service, but again, alongside Mobile Apps. C. While you can store mobile app data in a cloud-based SQL database with Azure App Service Mobile Apps, this is only one feature of a larger set of features used for building a back end for iOS and Android apps.
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What is the purpose of Azure virtual network?
A. To enable communication between external and internal resources only
B. To enable communication only between Azure resources
C. To link resources together in your on-premises environment and within your Azure subscription
D. To allow Azure resources, such as VMs, web apps, and databases to communicate with each other, with users on the internet, and with your on-premises client computers
A: Correct Answer: D. To allow Azure resources, such as VMs, web apps, and databases to communicate with each other, with users on the internet, and with your on-premises client computers
Explanation: Azure virtual network enables resources such as VMs, web apps, and databases to communicate with each other, with users on the internet, and with your on-premises client computers.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because Azure virtual networks allow communication between resources within and outside of the network. Option B is incorrect because virtual networks can connect not only VMs but other Azure resources. Option C is incorrect because this is one of the mechanisms to connect resources together from on-premises and within Azure, but is not the sole purpose of virtual networks.
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What is the key networking capability provided by Azure virtual networks?
A. Internet communications
B. Isolation and segmentation
C. Connect virtual networks
D. Filter network traffic
A: Correct Answer: B. Isolation and segmentation
Explanation: Azure virtual network allows you to create multiple isolated virtual networks, each with its own IP range that is not internet routable. This is the key networking capability provided by Azure virtual networks.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because internet communications is just one of the capabilities provided by Azure virtual networks. C is incorrect because connecting virtual networks is a different capability of virtual networks. D is incorrect because filtering network traffic is just one approach to securing virtual networks, not a key capability provided by them.
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What are the two ways to enable Azure resources to securely communicate with each other in Azure virtual networking?
A. Virtual networks and service endpoints
B. Point-to-site virtual private network connections and Azure ExpressRoute
C. Network security groups and network virtual appliances
D. Route tables and border gateway protocol
A: Correct Answer: A. Virtual networks and service endpoints
Explanation: Virtual networks and service endpoints are the two ways to enable Azure resources to securely communicate with each other in Azure virtual networking. Virtual networks connect VMs and other Azure resources, while service endpoints connect to other Azure resource types such as Azure SQL databases and storage accounts. Point-to-site virtual private network connections and Azure ExpressRoute are methods of linking on-premises resources and your cloud environment. Network security groups and network virtual appliances are methods of filtering network traffic. Route tables and border gateway protocol are methods of route network traffic.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B. Although these are methods of linking on-premises resources and your cloud environment, they do not enable secure communication between Azure resources. C. Although these are methods of filtering network traffic, they do not enable secure communication between Azure resources. D. Although these are methods of route network traffic, they do not enable secure communication between Azure resources.
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What are the two ways in which Azure resources can communicate securely with each other?
A. VPN connections and network security groups
B. Virtual networks and network virtual appliances
C. Service endpoints and ExpressRoute
D. Virtual networks and service endpoints
A: Correct Answer: D. Virtual networks and service endpoints
Explanation: Azure resources can communicate securely with each other by connecting via virtual networks or service endpoints. Virtual networks allow resources to connect not only VMs but other Azure resources, such as App Service Environment for Power Apps, Azure Kubernetes Service, and Azure virtual machine scale sets. Service endpoints, on the other hand, can connect to other Azure resource types, such as Azure SQL databases and storage accounts.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Choice A (VPN connections and network security groups) and choice B (Virtual networks and network virtual appliances) are partly incorrect because while virtual networks can enable resources, such as VMs, web apps, and databases, to communicate with each other, it doesnt work with network virtual appliances, which are specialized VMs that carry out particular network functions. Choice C (Service endpoints and ExpressRoute) is incorrect because while both can help connect to other Azure resource types (such as Azure SQL databases and storage accounts), they cant communicate securely with other Azure resources.
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What are the three mechanisms for connecting to on-premises resources with Azure virtual networks?
A. Azure Route Server, Azure VPN gateways, and Azure ExpressRoute
B. ExpressRoute, network security groups, and network virtual appliances
C. Point-to-site virtual private network connections, site-to-site virtual private networks, and Azure ExpressRoute
D. Virtual network peering, user-defined routes, and border gateway protocol (BGP)
A: Correct Answer: C. Point-to-site virtual private network connections, site-to-site virtual private networks, and Azure ExpressRoute
Explanation: The three mechanisms for connecting to on-premises resources with Azure virtual networks are Point-to-site virtual private network connections, site-to-site virtual private networks, and Azure ExpressRoute.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because Azure Route Server wasnt mentioned as one of the mechanisms for connecting to on-premises resources. Option B is incorrect because the three mechanisms mentioned were actually filtering network traffic, which are network security groups, network virtual appliances, and ExpressRoute. Option D is incorrect because they refer to ways in which virtual networks can be connected rather than ways in which on-premises resources can be connected.
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What is the purpose of route tables in Azure?
A. To enable filtering of traffic between subnets
B. To allow linking of virtual networks together using virtual network peering
C. To connect Azure resources with external resources
D. To control how packets are routed between subnets within virtual networks.
A: Correct Answer: D. To control how packets are routed between subnets within virtual networks.
Explanation: Route tables in Azure allow for the control of packet routing between subnets within a virtual network. They can be used to direct traffic flow in custom ways based on specific conditions and routing rules.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because filtering of traffic between subnets is achieved using network security groups or network virtual appliances. B is incorrect because virtual network peering is used to directly connect two virtual networks together. C is incorrect because connecting resources with external resources is achieved using point-to-site virtual private network connections, site-to-site virtual private networks, or Azure ExpressRoute.
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How can you filter traffic between subnets in Azure virtual networks?
A. By using network security groups
B. By using virtual network peering
C. By using user-defined routes
D. By using border gateway protocol
A: Correct Answer: A. By using network security groups
Explanation: Azure virtual networks enable you to filter traffic between subnets by using network security groups. Network security groups are Azure resources that can contain multiple inbound and outbound security rules. You can define these rules to allow or block traffic, based on factors such as source and destination IP address, port, and protocol.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B. Virtual network peering allows two virtual networks to connect directly to each other. Network traffic between peered networks is private, but it doesn’t filter traffic between subnets. C. User-defined routes (UDR) allow you to control the routing tables between subnets within a virtual network or between virtual networks. D. Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) works with Azure VPN gateways, Azure Route Server, or Azure ExpressRoute to propagate on-premises BGP routes to Azure virtual networks.
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How can you link virtual networks together in Azure?
A. Network virtual appliances
B. Border Gateway Protocol
C. Virtual network peering
D. Network security groups
A: Correct Answer: C. Virtual network peering
Explanation: Virtual network peering allows two virtual networks to connect directly to each other. Network traffic between peered networks is private, and travels on the Microsoft backbone network, never entering the public internet. Peering enables resources in each virtual network to communicate with each other.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A: Network virtual appliances are specialized VMs that carry out a particular network function such as running a firewall or performing wide area network (WAN) optimization. They dont link virtual networks together. B: Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) works with Azure VPN gateways, Azure Route Server, or Azure ExpressRoute to propagate on-premises BGP routes to Azure virtual networks. It doesnt link virtual networks together. D: Network security groups are Azure resources that can contain multiple inbound and outbound security rules. They dont link virtual networks together.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of connection that can be enabled by a VPN gateway in Azure?
A. Connections between virtual networks
B. Multisite connections
C. Connections between on-premises datacenters
D. Connections between individual devices on the same virtual network
A: Correct Answer: D. Connections between individual devices on the same virtual network
Explanation: Azure VPN Gateway instances are deployed in a dedicated subnet of the virtual network and enable the connectivity of connections between on-premises datacenters, virtual networks and other virtual networks. They enable a point-to-site connection which connects individual devices to virtual networks. Therefore, connections between individual devices on the same virtual network is not a type of connection that can be enabled by a VPN gateway in Azure.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A: VPN gateways enable connections between virtual networks. B: VPN gateways enable multisite connections. C: VPN gateways enable connections between on-premises datacenters.
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What is a VPN gateway in Azure?
A. A virtual network gateway that connects virtual networks to other virtual networks through a network-to-network connection
B. A virtual network gateway that connects individual devices to virtual networks through a point-to-site connection
C. A virtual network gateway that connects on-premises datacenters to virtual networks through a site-to-site connection
D. All of the above
A: Correct Answer: D. All of the above
Explanation: A VPN gateway in Azure enables connectivity between networks over a safe and secure location. They also provide a connection between devices and virtual networks, making use of a site-to-site connection. A VPN gateway can only be deployed once in each virtual network, but it can be connected to multiple networks or datacenters, ensuring resilient and highly available VPN configurations.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A, B, and C are all correct statements about a VPN gateway in Azure, but none of them fully explain what a VPN gateway is or does. Option A explains network-to-network connectivity, option B describes how devices can connect to virtual networks, and option C highlights on-premises connectivity.
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What is the active configuration of VPN gateways by default and how does it ensure high availability in Azure?
A. Active/standby configuration, where the standby instance takes over responsibility for connections during maintenance or disruptions.
B. Active/active configuration, where separate tunnels are created for each IP address associated with the instances.
C. Zone-redundant configuration, where gateways are deployed in multiple availability zones for physical and logical separation.
D. Failover configuration for ExpressRoute connections, where VPN gateways act as a backup in case of cable or location outages.
A: Correct Answer: A. Active/standby configuration, where the standby instance takes over responsibility for connections during maintenance or disruptions.
Explanation: By default, VPN gateways are deployed as two instances in an active/standby configuration. The standby instance takes over responsibility for connections automatically during planned or unplanned disruptions, ensuring high availability without user intervention.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because active/active configuration is used with BGP routing protocol and involves assigning unique public IP addresses to each instance. C is incorrect because zone-redundant gateways are deployed in regions that support availability zones and use Standard SKUs and Standard public IP addresses instead of Basic ones. D is incorrect because failover to VPN gateways is used as a backup option for ExpressRoute connections and not the default configuration.
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What is the default configuration for Azure VPN gateways in terms of high availability?
A. Active/active
B. ExpressRoute failover
C. Zone-redundant gateways
D. Active/standby
A: Correct Answer: D. Active/standby
Explanation: By default, VPN gateways are deployed as two instances in an active/standby configuration. When planned maintenance or unplanned disruption affects the active instance, the standby instance automatically assumes responsibility for connections without any user intervention. Connections are interrupted during this failover, but theyre typically restored within a few seconds for planned maintenance and within 90 seconds for unplanned disruptions.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Choice A, Active/active, is a high-availability option that assigns unique public IP addresses to each instance and creates separate tunnels from the on-premises device to each IP address. Choice B, ExpressRoute failover, is another high-availability option that configures a VPN gateway as a secure failover path for ExpressRoute connections. Choice C, Zone-redundant gateways, is a configuration option that brings resiliency, scalability, and higher availability to virtual network gateways, but it is not the default configuration for Azure VPN gateways.
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What is the difference between active/standby and active/active VPN gateway configurations in Azure?
A. Active/standby is the only option for VPN gateways in Azure, while active/active is only for ExpressRoute failover.
B. Active/active allows for greater high availability by deploying multiple instances of VPN gateways with unique public IP addresses, while active/standby has a standby instance that takes over in case of unplanned disruptions.
C. There is no difference between active/standby and active/active configurations for VPN gateways in Azure.
D. Active/active allows for greater high availability by deploying multiple instances of VPN gateways with the same public IP address, while active/standby has a standby instance that takes over in case of planned maintenance.
A: Correct Answer: B. Active/active allows for greater high availability by deploying multiple instances of VPN gateways with unique public IP addresses, while active/standby has a standby instance that takes over in case of unplanned disruptions.
Explanation: Active/standby configuration for VPN gateways has a standby instance that takes over when the active instance experiences unplanned disruptions. Active/active configuration, on the other hand, allows for greater high availability by deploying multiple instances of VPN gateways with unique public IP addresses. This configuration uses the BGP routing protocol to manage traffic and failover, and can extend high availability by deploying an additional VPN device on-premises.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because active/active is also an option for VPN gateways, not just ExpressRoute failover. C is incorrect because there is a clear difference between active/standby and active/active configurations for VPN gateways in Azure. D is incorrect because active/active should have multiple instances with unique public IP addresses, not the same public IP address.
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What is a high-availability option for configuring a VPN gateway as a secure failover path for ExpressRoute connections?
A. Active/standby
B. Active/active
C. Zone-redundant gateways
D. Route-based gateways
A: Correct Answer: C. Zone-redundant gateways
Explanation: In regions that support availability zones, VPN gateways and ExpressRoute gateways can be deployed in a zone-redundant configuration. This configuration brings resiliency, scalability, and higher availability to virtual network gateways. Deploying gateways in Azure availability zones physically and logically separates gateways within a region while protecting your on-premises network connectivity to Azure from zone-level failures. These gateways require different gateway stock keeping units (SKUs) and use Standard public IP addresses instead of Basic public IP addresses.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A - Active/standby is a configuration where VPN gateways are deployed as two instances in an active/standby configuration. B - Active/active is a configuration where you assign a unique public IP address to each instance and create separate tunnels from the on-premises device to each IP address. D - Route-based gateways use IPSec tunnels and IP routing to decide which tunnel interface to use when sending a packet and evaluate every data packet against sets of IP addresses to choose the tunnel where that packet is going to be sent through.
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What is the benefit of deploying VPN gateways in a zone-redundant configuration?
A. It allows for multiple VPN gateways to be deployed in each virtual network.
B. It uses a pre-shared key as the only method of authentication.
C. It brings resiliency, scalability, and higher availability to VPN gateways
D. It connects virtual networks to other virtual networks through a network-to-network connection.
A: Correct Answer: C. It brings resiliency, scalability, and higher availability to virtual network gateways.
Explanation: Deploying VPN gateways in a zone-redundant configuration brings resiliency, scalability, and higher availability to the VPN gateways. It physically and logically separates the gateways within a region while protecting on-premises network connectivity from zone-level failures.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. You can only deploy one VPN gateway in each virtual network. B. This is a general characteristic of all types of VPN gateways. D. This is a characteristic of network-to-network connection VPN Gateways.
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What is Azure ExpressRoute?
A. A private connection between Azure and your on-premises networks over the public internet
B. A connection model that only supports point-to-point Ethernet connection
C. A direct connection to Microsoft cloud services that offers more reliability, faster speeds, consistent latencies, and higher security than typical connections over the internet
D. A security protocol that encrypts data communication between on-premises network and Microsoft Azure
A: Correct Answer: C. A direct connection to Microsoft cloud services that offers more reliability, faster speeds, consistent latencies, and higher security than typical connections over the internet
Explanation: Azure ExpressRoute is a direct connection between Azure and your on-premises infrastructure, offering more reliability, faster speeds, consistent latencies, and higher security than typical connections over the internet. It enables direct access to Microsoft cloud services, such as Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Storage.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because ExpressRoute connections dont go over the public internet. B is incorrect because Azure ExpressRoute supports four models, including CloudExchange colocation, point-to-point Ethernet connection, any-to-any connection, and directly from ExpressRoute sites. D is incorrect because Azure ExpressRoute is a connection service between Azure and on-premises networks, not a security protocol.
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What are some benefits of using Azure ExpressRoute?
A. Lower latency than typical connections over the public Internet
B. Global connectivity to Azure services via ExpressRoute Global Reach
C. Dynamic routing via Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
D. All of the above
A: Correct Answer: D. All of the above
Explanation: Using Azure ExpressRoute provides benefits such as lower latency than typical connections over the public Internet, global connectivity to Azure services via ExpressRoute Global Reach, and dynamic routing via Border Gateway Protocol (BGP). Additionally, ExpressRoute provides built-in redundancy in every peering location for higher reliability, and allows for direct access to various Microsoft cloud services.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because while ExpressRoute connections do offer lower latency than typical connections over the public Internet, this is not the only benefit of using ExpressRoute. Option B is incorrect because global connectivity to Azure services via ExpressRoute Global Reach is only one of the several benefits of using Azure ExpressRoute. Option C is incorrect because dynamic routing via Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is only one of the several benefits of using Azure ExpressRoute.
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What are the connectivity models supported in Azure ExpressRoute?
A. CloudExchange Colocation, Point-to-point Ethernet connection, Any-to-any connection, Directly from ExpressRoute sites
B. Virtual cross-connection, CloudExchange Colocation, Any-to-any connection, Point-to-point Ethernet connection
C. Directly from Azure sites, Point-to-point Ethernet connection, Any-to-any connection, ExpressRoute Direct
D. Directly from ExpressRoute sites, Any-to-any connection, CloudExchange Colocation, Point-to-point Ethernet connection
A: Correct Answer: A. CloudExchange Colocation, Point-to-point Ethernet connection, Any-to-any connection, Directly from ExpressRoute sites
Explanation: Azure ExpressRoute supports 4 connectivity models: CloudExchange Colocation, Point-to-Point Ethernet Connection, Any-to-Any Connection, and Directly from ExpressRoute sites.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because the order of Virtual cross-connection and CloudExchange Colocation is reversed. C is incorrect because it includes Directly from Azure sites as a connectivity model, which is not a valid option. D is incorrect because the order of options is incorrect and ExpressRoute Direct is not a connectivity model, but a feature of Directly from ExpressRoute sites.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-compute-networking-services/11-expressroute

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What does Azure ExpressRoute Global Reach enable you to do?
A. Connect your ExpressRoute circuits to exchange data across multiple Azure regions
B. Connect directly into Microsofts network at a peering location
C. Connect your facility to the Microsoft cloud using a point-to-point Ethernet connection
D. Connect your on-premises network to Azure by co-locating physically at a cloud exchange facility
A: Correct Answer: A. Connect your ExpressRoute circuits to exchange data across multiple Azure regions
Explanation: ExpressRoute Global Reach allows you to use your ExpressRoute circuits to connect your on-premises sites and different Azure regions, enabling them to communicate without transferring data over the public internet.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option B is incorrect because connecting directly into Microsofts network at a peering location is a feature of ExpressRoute Direct, not ExpressRoute Global Reach. Option C is incorrect because it describes a point-to-point Ethernet connection, not ExpressRoute Global Reach. Option D is incorrect because co-locating physically at a cloud exchange facility only allows you to request a virtual cross-connect to the Microsoft cloud, it does not enable ExpressRoute Global Reach.
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What protocol does ExpressRoute use for dynamic routing between on-premises networks and Azure resources?
A. TCP/IP
B. BGP
C. HTTP
D. ICMP
A: Correct Answer: B. BGP
Explanation: ExpressRoute uses BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) as the protocol for dynamic routing between on-premises networks and Azure resources. BGP exchanges routes between your on-premises network and services running in the Microsoft cloud.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. TCP/IP is not the correct answer. While TCP/IP is the standard communication protocol used for the internet and most private networks, it is not the protocol used by ExpressRoute for dynamic routing. C. HTTP is not the correct answer. HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) is a protocol used by web browsers and web servers to transfer data over the internet. It is not the protocol used by ExpressRoute for dynamic routing. D. ICMP is not the correct answer. ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) is a protocol used for error reporting and diagnostic purposes, such as ping, traceroute, and network testing. It is not the protocol used by ExpressRoute for dynamic routing.
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What is a feature of ExpressRoute connectivity that ensures higher reliability due to redundant devices used by connectivity providers in every peering location?
A. Global connectivity to Microsoft services across all regions
B. Dynamic routing between your network and Microsoft
C. Built-in redundancy in every peering location
D. Connectivity to Microsoft cloud services
A: Correct Answer: C. Built-in redundancy in every peering location
Explanation: Built-in redundancy is a feature of ExpressRoute that ensures higher reliability by having redundant devices used by connectivity providers in every peering location. This ensures that connections established with Microsoft are highly available. Multiple circuits can also be configured to complement this feature.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because global connectivity to Microsoft services across all regions is a benefit of ExpressRoute, not a feature that ensures higher reliability. Option B is incorrect because dynamic routing between your network and Microsoft is used by ExpressRoute, but its not a feature that ensures higher reliability. Option D is also incorrect because connectivity to Microsoft cloud services is a benefit of ExpressRoute, not a feature that ensures higher reliability.
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What are the four models supported by ExpressRoute to connect your on-premises network to the Microsoft cloud?
A. CloudExchange colocation, point-to-point cloud connectivity, global reach, and any-to-any networks
B. CloudExchange colocation, point-to-point Ethernet connection, any-to-any networks, and directly from ExpressRoute sites
C. CloudExchange colocation, virtual private network (VPN), any-to-any networks, and direct connection to the internet
D. Point-to-point Ethernet connection, VPN, any-to-any connection, and directly from Azure sites.
A: Correct Answer: B. CloudExchange colocation, point-to-point Ethernet connection, any-to-any networks, and directly from ExpressRoute sites
Explanation: ExpressRoute supports four models to connect on-premises networks to the Microsoft cloud. These include co-location at a cloud exchange, point-to-point Ethernet connection, any-to-any networks, and direct connection to Azure using ExpressRoute sites.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because point-to-point cloud connectivity is not a supported model by ExpressRoute. Option C is incorrect because VPN is not a supported model by ExpressRoute. Option D is incorrect because directly from Azure sites is not a supported model by ExpressRoute.
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What is co-location in Azure ExpressRoute?
A. Connecting to Microsoft cloud services with a virtual cross-connection through a connectivity provider at a colocation facility
B. Refers to using a point-to-point connection to connect your facility to the Microsoft cloud
C. Integrating your wide area network (WAN) with Azure by providing connections to your offices and datacenters
D. Connecting directly into the Microsofts global network at a peering location
A: Correct Answer: A. Connecting to Microsoft cloud services with a virtual cross-connection through a connectivity provider at a colocation facility
Explanation: Co-location means that your data center, office, or other facility is physically co-located at a cloud exchange, such as an ISP. If your facility is co-located at a cloud exchange, you can request a virtual cross-connect to the Microsoft cloud. This refers to option A in the possible answers.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option B refers to a point-to-point connection, not co-location. Option C refers to any-to-any connectivity, not co-location. Option D refers to connecting directly to Microsofts global network at a peering location, not co-location.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-compute-networking-services/11-expressroute

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What is a Point-to-point Ethernet connection in Azure ExpressRoute?
A. Using a point-to-point connection to connect your facility to Azure
B. Integrating your WAN with Azure by providing connections to your offices and datacenters
C. Connecting directly into Microsofts global network at a peering location
D. Physically co-locating your facility at a cloud exchange such as an ISP
A: Correct Answer: A. Using a point-to-point connection to connect your facility to Azure
Explanation: A Point-to-point Ethernet connection in Azure ExpressRoute refers to using a point-to-point connection to connect your facility to the Microsoft cloud. This type of connection is useful when you need a dedicated line between two points. It provides a high-speed, secure, and reliable connection between the on-premises infrastructure and the Azure infrastructure.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B. Any-to-any networks refer to integrating your WAN with Azure by providing connections to your offices and datacenters. C. Directly connecting into Microsofts global network at a peering location refers to using ExpressRoute Direct. D. Physically co-locating your facility at a cloud exchange such as an ISP refers to co-locating at a CloudExchange colocation facility.
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Which Azure ExpressRoute connectivity model allows you to integrate your WAN with Azure by providing connections to your offices and datacenters?
A. CloudExchange colocation
B. Point-to-point Ethernet connection
C. Any-to-any networks
D. Directly from ExpressRoute sites
A: Correct Answer: C. Any-to-any networks
Explanation: The any-to-any connectivity model allows you to integrate your WAN with Azure by providing connections to your offices and datacenters. With this connectivity model, you can integrate your wide area network (WAN) with Azure by providing connections to your offices and datacenters. Azure integrates with your WAN connection to provide a connection like you would have between your datacenter and any branch offices. The other provided options are CloudExchange colocation, Point-to-point Ethernet connection and Directly from ExpressRoute sites.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A, CloudExchange colocation, refers to your datacenter, office, or other facility being physically co-located at a cloud exchange, such as an ISP. If your facility is co-located at a cloud exchange, you can request a virtual cross-connect to the Microsoft cloud. Option B, Point-to-point Ethernet connection, refers to using a point-to-point connection to connect your facility to the Microsoft cloud. Option D, Directly from ExpressRoute sites, refers to connecting directly into the Microsofts global network at a peering location distributed across the world.
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Which model of Azure ExpressRoute can connect directly into the global network at a peering location distributed across the world?
A. CloudExchange colocation
B. Point-to-point Ethernet connection
C. Any-to-any connection
D. Directly from ExpressRoute sites
A: Correct Answer: D. Directly from ExpressRoute sites
Explanation: ExpressRoute Direct provides dual 100 Gbps or 10-Gbps connectivity, which supports Active/Active connectivity at scale. With this model, you can connect directly to Microsofts global network at a peering location distributed across the world.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because CloudExchange colocation refers to your datacenter or office being physically co-located at a cloud exchange, such as an ISP. Option B is incorrect because a point-to-point Ethernet connection refers to using a point-to-point connection to connect your facility to the Microsoft cloud. Option C is incorrect because any-to-any connectivity allows you to integrate your WAN with Azure by providing connections to your offices and datacenters. Azure integrates with your WAN connection to provide a connection like you would have between your datacenter and any branch offices.
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What is a benefit of using ExpressRoute for connecting Azure and on-premises networks?
A. Higher reliability and security than typical connections over the internet
B. Access to all global services without the need for a connectivity provider
C. Automatic failover to redundant circuits
D. Ability to exchange data across on-premises sites using Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
A: Correct Answer: A. Higher reliability and security than typical connections over the internet
Explanation: ExpressRoute connections dont go over the public Internet, providing more reliability, faster speeds, consistent latencies, and higher security than typical connections over the Internet.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B. ExpressRoute does require a connectivity provider. C. Although there is built-in redundancy in every peering location, automatic failover is not mentioned as a benefit of ExpressRoute. D. Dynamic routing with BGP is mentioned as a feature, not a benefit.
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What are some benefits of Azure DNS?
A. High price and slow performance
B. Reliability and performance, security, ease of use, customizable virtual networks, alias records
C. Limited features and low reliability
D. Cheap price and unreliable performance
A: Correct Answer: B. Reliability and performance, security, ease of use, customizable virtual networks, alias records
Explanation: Azure DNS leverages the scope and scale of Microsoft Azure to provide numerous benefits that include reliability and performance, security, ease of use, customizable virtual networks, and alias records. Azure DNS is hosted on Azures global network of DNS name servers, providing resiliency and high availability. It uses anycast networking, so each DNS query is answered by the closest available DNS server to provide fast performance and high availability for your domain. Azure DNS is based on Azure Resource Manager, which provides features such as Azure RBAC, activity logs, and resource locking to control who has access to specific actions, monitor how a user modified a resource, and prevent accidental deletion or modification of critical resources.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Choice A and D are incorrect because they both describe negative attributes of Azure DNS which are not true. Azure DNS provides high-performance and high-availability services at a reasonable cost. Choice C is incorrect because it is not true that Azure DNS has limited features and low reliability.
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What benefit does Azure DNS provide in terms of reliability and performance?
A. DNS domains in Azure DNS are hosted on the global network of DNS name servers, providing resiliency and high availability
B. Azure DNS enables you to use your own custom domain names in your private virtual networks
C. Azure DNS provides Azure role-based access control and activity logs to monitor and secure your DNS
D. Azure DNS supports alias record sets that refer to Azure resources, such as Azure public IP addresses
A: Correct Answer: A. DNS domains in Azure DNS are hosted on the global network of DNS name servers, providing resiliency and high availability
Explanation: Azure DNS provides reliability and performance through hosting DNS domains on Azures global network of DNS name servers, ensuring resiliency and high availability. DNS queries are answered by the closest available DNS server for fast performance and excellent availability. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option B is incorrect as it refers to customizable virtual networks with private domains, which is a different benefit offered by Azure DNS. Option C is incorrect because it describes the security benefits provided by Azure DNS, not reliability and performance. Option D is incorrect as it talks about alias record sets, which is another benefit provided by Azure DNS, but not related to reliability and performance.
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What is the benefit of using Azure DNS in terms of reliability and performance?
A. Azure DNS uses Azure Resource Manager for security
B. Azure DNS provides customizable virtual networks
C. DNS domains in Azure DNS are hosted on Azures global network of DNS name servers for resiliency and high availability
D. Azure DNS supports alias record sets that automatically update during DNS resolution
A: Correct Answer: C. DNS domains in Azure DNS are hosted on Azures global network of DNS name servers for resiliency and high availability
Explanation: Azure DNS provides resiliency and high availability by hosting DNS domains on Azures global network of DNS name servers. Anycast networking ensures each DNS query is answered by the closest available DNS server for fast performance and high availability.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. This is a benefit of Azure Resource Manager, but not specifically related to reliability and performance. B. This is a benefit of Azure DNS, but not specifically related to reliability and performance. D. This is a benefit of Azure DNS, but not specifically related to reliability and performance.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-compute-networking-services/12-domain-name-system

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What security features does Azure DNS provide?
A. Azure DNS does not provide any security features
B. Azure DNS provides Azure RBAC, activity logs, and resource locking
C. Azure DNS only provides resource locking
D. Azure DNS provides Azure AD for authentication
A: Correct Answer: B. Azure DNS provides Azure RBAC, activity logs, and resource locking
Explanation: Azure DNS is based on Azure Resource Manager, which provides Azure RBAC, activity logs, and resource locking to improve security. These features allow you to control who has access to specific actions for your organization, monitor how a user in your organization modified a resource or to find an error when troubleshooting, and prevent other users in your organization from accidentally deleting or modifying critical resources.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because Azure DNS provides security features such as Azure RBAC, activity logs, and resource locking. Option C and D are incorrect because Azure DNS provides more security features than just resource locking and does not provide Azure AD for authentication.
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What benefits does Azure DNS provide for ease of use?
A. Customizable virtual networks
B. Alias records
C. Integrated support for third-party domain name registrar
D. Resource locking
A: Correct Answer: A. Customizable virtual networks
Explanation: Azure DNS provides customizable virtual networks to use your own custom domain names, allowing you to manage and access your DNS records easily.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Azure DNS does not provide integrated support for third-party domain name registrar, and resource locking does not directly contribute to ease of use. Alias records are supported but do not enhance ease of use any more than customizable virtual networks.
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What are alias record sets used for in Azure DNS?
A. To provide fast performance and high availability for your domain
B. To use your own custom domain names in your private virtual networks
C. To refer to an Azure resource such as an Azure public IP address, an Azure Traffic Manager profile, or an Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN) endpoint
D. To buy a domain name
A: Correct Answer: C. To refer to an Azure resource such as an Azure public IP address, an Azure Traffic Manager profile, or an Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN) endpoint
Explanation: Alias record sets are used in Azure DNS to refer to an Azure resource such as an Azure public IP address, an Azure Traffic Manager profile, or an Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN) endpoint. The alias record set points to the service instance, and the service instance is associated with an IP address.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A: This statement is true, but it does not describe the purpose of alias record sets in Azure DNS. B: Although customizable virtual networks with private domains is a feature provided by Azure DNS, it is not the purpose of alias record sets. D: Azure DNS cannot be used to buy a domain name, as stated in the text.
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What is an Alias record set in Azure DNS?
A. A feature that allows you to use your own custom domain names in your private virtual networks.
B. A feature that enables you to refer to an Azure resource using a custom domain name.
C. A feature that allows you to monitor how a user in your organization modified a resource or to find an error when troubleshooting.
D. A feature that prevents other users in your organization from accidentally deleting or modifying critical resources.
A: Correct Answer: B. A feature that enables you to refer to an Azure resource using a custom domain name.
Explanation: Alias record sets in Azure DNS enable you to refer to an Azure resource, such as an Azure public IP address, an Azure Traffic Manager profile, or an Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN) endpoint. They seamlessly update themselves during DNS resolution, so if the IP address of the underlying resource changes, the alias record set is updated to reflect the new IP address.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A describes a customizable virtual networks with private domains feature in Azure DNS. Option C describes activity logs that allow you to monitor user activity and Option D describes resource locking that prevents other users from accidentally modifying critical resources.
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What is a storage account in Azure Storage?
A. A unique namespace for your Azure Storage data thats accessible from anywhere in the world over HTTP or HTTPS
B. A peer-to-peer file sharing network used to distribute files across a network
C. A type of virtual machine in Azure that specializes in storing large amounts of data
D. A type of database in Azure used to store and manage structured data
A: Correct Answer: A. A unique namespace for your Azure Storage data thats accessible from anywhere in the world over HTTP or HTTPS
Explanation: A storage account provides a unique namespace for your Azure Storage data thats accessible from anywhere in the world over HTTP or HTTPS, making it secure, highly available, durable, and massively scalable.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B. This answer is incorrect because a storage account is not a peer-to-peer file sharing network. C. This answer is incorrect because a storage account is not a type of virtual machine. D. This answer is incorrect because a storage account is not a type of database in Azure used to store and manage structured data.
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What is the endpoint format for Azure Blob Storage?
A. https://.file.core.windows.net
B. https://.queue.core.windows.net
C. https://.dfs.core.windows.net
D. https://.blob.core.windows.net
A: Correct Answer: D. https://.blob.core.windows.net
Explanation: The endpoint format for Azure Blob Storage is https://.blob.core.windows.net.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because the endpoint format provided is for Azure Files. Option B is incorrect because the endpoint format provided is for Queue Storage. Option C is incorrect because the endpoint format provided is for Data Lake Storage Gen2.
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Which Azure storage redundancy option combines redundancy across availability zones and protection from regional disasters?
A. ZRS
B. GRS
C. LRS
D. GZRS
A: Correct Answer: D. GZRS
Explanation: GZRS combines redundancy across availability zones and protection from regional disasters. It is designed to provide at least 16 nines of durability of objects over a given year. It is recommended for applications requiring maximum consistency, durability, and availability, excellent performance, and resilience for disaster recovery.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
ZRS replicates your Azure Storage data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region and offers durability of at least 12 nines (99.9999999999%) over a given year. LRS replicates data three times within a single data center in the primary region and provides at least 11 nines of durability (99.999999999%) of objects over a given year. GRS copies your data synchronously three times within the primary region and asynchronously to a single physical location in the secondary region (the region pair) using LRS, offering durability for Azure Storage data objects of at least 16 nines (99.99999999999999%) over a given year.
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What is locally redundant storage (LRS) in Azure Storage?
A. Azure Storage option that replicates data three times within a single data center in the primary region.
B. Azure Storage option that replicates data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region.
C. Azure Storage option that copies data asynchronously to a secondary physical location in a different region using LRS.
D. Azure Storage option that combines redundancy across availability zones with geo-replication to protect from regional disasters.
A: Correct Answer: A. Azure Storage option that replicates data three times within a single data center in the primary region.
Explanation: Locally redundant storage (LRS) is an Azure Storage option that replicates data three times within a single data center in the primary region. LRS is the lowest-cost redundancy option and protects data against server rack and drive failures. However, if a disaster such as fire or flooding occurs within the data center, all replicas of a storage account using LRS may be lost or unrecoverable. To mitigate this risk, Microsoft recommends using zone-redundant storage (ZRS), geo-redundant storage (GRS), or geo-zone-redundant storage (GZRS).
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because it describes zone-redundant storage (ZRS), not LRS. C is incorrect because it describes geo-redundant storage (GRS), not LRS. D is incorrect because it describes geo-zone-redundant storage (GZRS), not LRS.
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What is locally redundant storage (LRS) in Azure Storage?
A. An option for copying your data to a secondary region for disaster recovery
B. An option for replicating your data across three availability zones in the primary region
C. An option for replicating your data three times within a single data center in the primary region
D. An option for combining redundancy across availability zones with protection from regional disasters
A: Correct Answer: C. An option for replicating your data three times within a single data center in the primary region
Explanation: Locally redundant storage (LRS) is an Azure Storage redundancy option that replicates your data three times within a single data center in the primary region. LRS provides at least 11 nines of durability (99.999999999%) of objects over a given year. LRS is the lowest-cost redundancy option and protects your data against server rack and drive failures. However, if a disaster such as fire or flooding occurs within the data center, all replicas of a storage account using LRS may be lost or unrecoverable.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
['A is incorrect because it describes geo-redundant storage (GRS) and geo-zone-redundant storage (GZRS), which are options for copying your data to a secondary region for disaster recovery.', 'B is incorrect because it describes zone-redundant storage (ZRS), which replicates your Azure Storage data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region.', 'D is incorrect because it describes geo-zone-redundant storage (GZRS), which combines the high availability provided by redundancy across availability zones with protection from regional outages provided by geo-replication.']
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What is zone-redundant storage (ZRS)?
A. Replicates data three times within a single data center in the primary region (LRS)
B. Copies data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region (ZRS)
C. Copies data asynchronously to a single physical location in the secondary region (GRS)
D. Combines redundancy across availability zones with protection from regional outages provided by geo-replication (GZRS)
A: Correct Answer: B. Copies data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region (ZRS)
Explanation: Zone-redundant storage (ZRS) replicates the Azure Storage data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region. It offers durability for Azure Storage data objects of at least 12 nines (99.9999999999%) over a given year. With ZRS, your data is still accessible for both read and write operations even if a zone becomes unavailable. If a zone becomes unavailable, Azure undertakes networking updates, such as DNS repointing. These updates may affect your application if you access data before the updates have completed. Microsoft recommends using ZRS in the primary region for scenarios that require high availability. ZRS is also recommended for restricting replication of data within a country or region to meet data governance requirements.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A: Locally redundant storage (LRS) replicates data three times within a single data center in the primary region. C: Geo-redundant storage (GRS) copies data synchronously three times within a single physical location in the primary region using LRS. It then copies data asynchronously to a single physical location in the secondary region (the region pair) using LRS. D: Geo-zone-redundant storage (GZRS) combines the high availability provided by redundancy across availability zones with protection from regional outages provided by geo-replication.
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What is the main difference between zone-redundant storage (ZRS) and locally redundant storage (LRS)?
A. ZRS is more expensive than LRS
B. ZRS replicates data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region, while LRS replicates data three times within a single data center in the primary region.
C. LRS offers at least 16 nines of durability over a given year, while ZRS offers at least 11 nines of durability.
D. LRS is recommended for scenarios that require high availability, while ZRS offers the least durability compared to other options.
A: Correct Answer: B. ZRS replicates data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region, while LRS replicates data three times within a single data center in the primary region.
Explanation: Zone-redundant storage (ZRS) replicates your Azure Storage data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region, while locally redundant storage (LRS) replicates your data three times within a single data center in the primary region.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because ZRS is not more expensive than LRS. C is incorrect because it states the opposite to the correct answer - LRS offers 11 nines of durability while ZRS offers at least 12 nines of durability. D is incorrect as it states LRS is recommended for high availability scenarios when it is actually ZRS that is recommended for such scenarios.
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What is the best redundancy option to use for scenarios that require high availability in the primary region that also require read access to replicated data in the secondary region if the primary region becomes unavailable?
A. Locally redundant storage (LRS)
B. Zone-redundant storage (ZRS)
C. Geo-redundant storage (GRS)
D. Geo-zone-redundant storage (GZRS)
A: Correct Answer: B. Zone-redundant storage (ZRS)
Explanation: Zone-redundant storage (ZRS) replicates your Azure Storage data synchronously across three Azure availability zones in the primary region, and your data is still accessible for both read and write operations even if a zone becomes unavailable. No remounting of Azure file shares from the connected clients is required. If a zone becomes unavailable, Azure undertakes networking updates, such as DNS repointing. These updates may affect your application if you access data before the updates have completed. Microsoft recommends using ZRS in the primary region for scenarios that require high availability, and read access to replicated data in the secondary region.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. Locally redundant storage (LRS) provides at least 11 nines of durability and replicates your data three times within a single data center in the primary region. It is the lowest-cost redundancy option and protects data against server rack and drive failures. However, it offers the least durability compared to other options, and all replicas of a storage account using LRS may be lost if a disaster such as fire or flooding occurs within the data center. C. Geo-redundant storage (GRS) copies data synchronously three times within a single physical location in the primary region using LRS, and then copies data asynchronously to a single physical location in the secondary region using LRS. The data in the secondary region is only available to be read if the customer or Microsoft initiates a failover from the primary to secondary region and the data in the secondary region may not be up-to-date due to RPO. D. Geo-zone-redundant storage (GZRS) combines the high availability provided by redundancy across availability zones with protection from regional outages provided by geo-replication. Data in a GZRS storage account is copied across three Azure availability zones in the primary region and is also replicated to a secondary geographic region for protection from regional disasters, but is designed for applications requiring maximum consistency, durability, and availability, and is recommended by Microsoft for resilience for disaster recovery.
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Which Azure storage service is ideal for storing files for distributed access?
A. Azure Blobs
B. Azure Files
C. Azure Queues
D. Azure Disks
A: Correct Answer: B. Azure Files
Explanation: Azure Files offers fully managed file shares in the cloud that are accessible via the industry standard Server Message Block (SMB) or Network File System (NFS) protocols. Azure Files file shares can be mounted concurrently by cloud or on-premises deployments. SMB Azure file shares are accessible from Windows, Linux, and macOS clients. NFS Azure Files shares are accessible from Linux or macOS clients.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. Azure Blobs is ideal for serving images or documents directly to a browser, storing files for backup and restore, disaster recovery, and archiving, and storing data for analysis by an on-premises or Azure-hosted service. C. Azure Queues is a messaging store for reliable messaging between application components. D. Azure Disks are block-level storage volumes for Azure VMs.
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What benefit does Azure Storage offer for data access?
A. Highly scalable
B. Secure storage
C. Accessible from anywhere in the world
D. Provides client libraries for Azure Storage in .NET only
A: Correct Answer: C. Accessible from anywhere in the world
Explanation: Azure Storage is accessible from anywhere in the world over HTTP or HTTPS, making it a highly accessible storage solution for developers and IT professionals.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A: While Azure Storage is highly scalable, that is not the benefit mentioned in this section. B: While Azure Storage is secure, that is not the benefit mentioned in this section. D: Azure Storage provides client libraries for a variety of languages, including .NET, Java, Node.js, Python, PHP, Ruby, Go, and others, not just .NET.
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What is Azure Blob Storage?
A. A messaging store for reliable messaging between application components.
B. A managed file share for cloud or on-premises deployments.
C. An object storage solution for the cloud that can store massive amounts of data.
D. Block-level storage volumes for Azure VMs.
A: Correct Answer: C. An object storage solution for the cloud that can store massive amounts of data.
Explanation: Azure Blob Storage is an unstructured object storage solution for the cloud that can store massive amounts of text or binary data. Blobs can store gigabytes of data and are perfect for storing data for backup and restore, disaster recovery, and archiving.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. This is describing Azure Queues, not Azure Blob Storage. B. This is describing Azure Files, not Azure Blob Storage. D. This is describing Azure Disk Storage, not Azure Blob Storage.
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How can objects in Azure Blob Storage be accessed?
A. Only via Azure Storage Explorer
B. Only via Azure CLI
C. Via URLs, the Azure Storage REST API, Azure PowerShell, or client libraries for multiple languages
D. Only by mounting the blob storage as a file share
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A: Correct Answer: C. Via URLs, the Azure Storage REST API, Azure PowerShell, or client libraries for multiple languages
Explanation: Objects in Azure Blob Storage can be accessed from anywhere in the world via HTTP or HTTPS. Users or client applications can access blobs via URLs, the Azure Storage REST API, Azure PowerShell, Azure CLI, or an Azure Storage client library.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because Azure Storage Explorer offers an easy visual solution for working with data but is not the only way to access Blob storage. Option B is incorrect because Azure CLI is one of several ways to access Blob storage but not the only way. Option D is incorrect because blob storage cannot be mounted as a file share.
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What are the different access tiers provided by Azure for Blob storage?
A. Hot access tier, warm access tier, and cold access tier
B. Hot access tier, cool access tier, and archive access tier
C. Cold access tier, archive access tier, and offline access tier
D. Hot access tier, warm access tier, and nearline access tier
A: Correct Answer: B. Hot access tier, cool access tier, and archive access tier
Explanation: Azure Storage offers three access tiers for Blob storage which are Hot, Cool and Archive access tiers. The Hot access tier is optimized for frequent access of objects. The Cool access tier is optimized for infrequent access of objects stored for at least 30 days and has slightly lower availability but requires high durability, retrieval latency, and throughput characteristics similar to hot data. The Archive access tier is for data stored for at least 180 days that are rarely accessed and have flexible latency requirements. While Archive storage stores data offline and offers the lowest storage costs, it also requires higher costs to rehydrate and access data.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because Azure Blob storage does not offer warm access tier. Option C is incorrect because there is no offline access tier offered by Azure Blob Storage. Option D is incorrect because there is no nearline access tier offered by Azure Blob storage.
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Which protocol does Azure Files use for accessing file shares?
A. SMB
B. NFS
C. FTP
D. SSH
A: Correct Answer: A. SMB
Explanation: Azure Files offers fully managed file shares in the cloud that are accessible via the industry-standard SMB or NFS protocols.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Azure Files does not use the FTP or SSH protocol.
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What are the key benefits of Azure Files?
A. Azure Files are ideal for storing data for analysis by an on-premises or Azure-hosted service
B. Azure Files are accessed via the REST API only
C. Azure Files are not resilient to hardware failures
D. Azure Files can be mounted concurrently by cloud or on-premises deployments
A: Correct Answer: D. Azure Files can be mounted concurrently by cloud or on-premises deployments
Explanation: One of the key benefits of Azure Files is that the fully managed file shares in the cloud are accessible via the industry standard Server Message Block (SMB) or Network File System (NFS) protocols, which allows Azure Files to be mounted concurrently by cloud or on-premises deployments. This makes it easy to seamlessly replace on-premises file shares with Azure file shares without worrying about application compatibility.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because it describes a benefit of Blob storage, not Azure Files. Option B is incorrect because Azure Files can be accessed via multiple methods, including the REST API, PowerShell cmdlets, and Azure CLI. Option C is incorrect because Azure Files is durable and highly available, with redundancy to protect against data loss from transient hardware failures.
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What is Azure Queue Storage?
A. A messaging store for reliable messaging between application components.
B. A massively scalable object store for text and binary data.
C. A managed file share for cloud or on-premises deployments.
D. Block-level storage volumes for Azure VMs.
A: Correct Answer: A. A messaging store for reliable messaging between application components.
Explanation: Azure Queue Storage is a service specifically for storing and retrieving messages. Messages contain information that is sent between components in an application to trigger a function, execute a process, or to communicate any data required. It is commonly used to create a backlog of work to process asynchronously.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect as it describes Azure Blobs. C is incorrect as it describes Azure Files. D is incorrect as it describes Azure Disks.
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What is Disk storage in Azure?
A. Azure Blobs
B. Azure Files
C. Azure Queues
D. Block-level storage volumes for Azure VMs
A: Correct Answer: D. Block-level storage volumes for Azure VMs
Explanation: Disk storage in Azure, also known as Azure managed disks, are block-level storage volumes managed by Azure for use with Azure VMs. They are virtualized, offering greater resiliency and availability than a physical disk. With managed disks, all you have to do is provision the disk, and Azure will take care of the rest.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. Azure Blobs is an object storage solution for the cloud. It can store massive amounts of data, such as text or binary data. B. Azure Files is a fully managed file share in the cloud that is accessible via the industry standard Server Message Block (SMB) or Network File System (NFS) protocols. C. Azure Queues is a service for storing large numbers of messages. Once stored, you can access the messages from anywhere in the world via authenticated calls using HTTP or HTTPS.
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Which service helps transfer large amounts of data in a quick, inexpensive, and reliable way?
A. Azure Migrate
B. Azure Data Box
C. Data Migration Assistant
D. Web app migration assistant
A: Correct Answer: B. Azure Data Box
Explanation: Azure Data Box is a physical migration service that helps transfer large amounts of data in a quick, inexpensive, and reliable way. It is designed for scenarios where data sizes are larger than 40 TBs and there is limited network connectivity. It provides secure data transfer by shipping a proprietary data box storage device, which has a maximum usable storage capacity of 80 terabytes. The device is transported to and from the on-premises network via a regional carrier, and the entire process is tracked end-to-end by the Data Box service in the Azure portal.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. Azure Migrate is a service that helps migrate from an on-premises environment to Azure.It provides a unified platform to manage the assessment and migration of on-premises data centers to Azure, range of tools for assessment and migration, and integrated tools from ISVs. C. Data Migration Assistant is a stand-alone tool to assess SQL Servers. It identifies unsupported features, potential problems blocking migration, and the right path for database migration. D. Web App Migration Assistant is a standalone tool to assess on-premises websites for migration to Azure App Service. Use Migration Assistant to migrate .NET and PHP web apps to Azure.
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Which Azure service provides a single portal to start, run, and track your migration to Azure?
A. Azure Data Box
B. Azure Migration Assistant
C. Azure Database Migration Service
D. Azure Migrate
A: Correct Answer: D. Azure Migrate
Explanation: Azure Migrate functions as a hub to help you manage the assessment and migration of your on-premises datacenter to Azure. It provides a unified migration platform with a single portal to start, run and track your migration to Azure as well as a range of tools for assessment and migration.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Azure Data Box is a physical migration service that helps transfer large amounts of data in a quick, inexpensive, and reliable way. Azure Migration Assistant is a standalone tool to assess on-premises servers and databases. Azure Database Migration Service migrates on-premises databases to Azure VMs running SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, or SQL Managed Instances.
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Which tool in Azure Migrate can be used to migrate physical servers to Azure?
A. Azure Migrate: Discovery and assessment
B. Azure Migrate: Server Migration
C. Data Migration Assistant
D. Web app migration assistant
A: Correct Answer: B. Azure Migrate: Server Migration
Explanation: Azure Migrate: Server Migration tool can be used to migrate VMware VMs, Hyper-V VMs, physical servers, other virtualized servers, and public cloud VMs to Azure.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because Azure Migrate: Discovery and assessment can only be used to discover and assess on-premises servers running VMware, Hyper-V, and physical servers in preparation for migration to Azure. Option C and D are incorrect because they are tools to assess SQL Servers and websites respectively for migration to Azure App Service and not to migrate physical servers to Azure.
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What is Azure Data Box?
A. A virtual migration tool for transferring small amounts of data to Azure.
B. A service that helps migrate on-premises infrastructure to Azure.
C. A physical migration service for transferring large amounts of offline data to Azure.
D. A tool for assessing and migrating SQL Servers from on-premises to Azure.
A: Correct Answer: C. A physical migration service for transferring large amounts of offline data to Azure.
Explanation: Azure Data Box is a physical migration service that helps transfer large amounts of data in a quick, inexpensive, and reliable way. It is suited for scenarios with no to limited network connectivity and is capable of transferring data sizes larger than 40 TBs.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A) Azure Migrate is a virtual migration tool for on-premises infrastructure to Azure. B) is a service that helps migrate on-premises infrastructure to Azure. D) Data Migration Assistant is a tool for assessing and migrating SQL Servers from on-premises to Azure.
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Which of the following is a use case for Azure Data Box?
A. Real-time migration of infrastructure to Azure
B. Migration of small amounts of data
C. Transferring data sizes larger than 40 TBs in scenarios with limited network connectivity
D. Assessing and migrating on-premises infrastructure to Azure
A: Correct Answer: C. Transferring data sizes larger than 40 TBs in scenarios with limited network connectivity
Explanation: Azure Data Box is a physical migration service that helps transfer large amounts of data in a quick, inexpensive, and reliable way. It is ideally suited to transfer data sizes larger than 40 TBs in scenarios with no to limited network connectivity.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because real-time migration of infrastructure is done using Azure Migrate. Option B is incorrect because Data Box is designed for large amount of data transfers. Option D is incorrect because Azure Migrate helps assess and migrate on-premises infrastructure to Azure.
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What is Azure File Sync?
A. A standalone app that provides a graphical interface to manage files and blobs in your Azure Storage Account
B. A command-line utility that you can use to copy blobs or files to or from your storage account
C. A tool that lets you centralize your file shares in Azure Files and keep the flexibility, performance, and compatibility of a Windows file server
D. A service for large scale migration using services like Azure Migrate and Azure Data Box
A: Correct Answer: C. A tool that lets you centralize your file shares in Azure Files and keep the flexibility, performance, and compatibility of a Windows file server
Explanation: Azure File Sync is a tool that lets you centralize your file shares in Azure Files and keep the flexibility, performance, and compatibility of a Windows file server. It’s almost like turning your Windows file server into a miniature content delivery network.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A. Azure Storage Explorer is a standalone app that provides a graphical interface to manage files and blobs in your Azure Storage Account; B. AzCopy is a command-line utility that you can use to copy blobs or files to or from your storage account; D. Option D is incorrect because Azure File Sync is not a service for large scale migration but a tool for centralizing file shares in Azure Files.
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What is AzCopy primarily used for?
A. Managing blobs or files in your Azure Storage Account
B. Centralizing your file shares in Azure Files
C. Uploading and synchronizing files between storage accounts
D. Providing a graphical interface to manage files and blobs in your Azure Storage Account
A: Correct Answer: C. Uploading and synchronizing files between storage accounts
Explanation: AzCopy is a command-line utility that can be used to copy or synchronize blobs or files to or from your storage account. With AzCopy, you can synchronize files, upload files, download files, and copy files between storage accounts. It can even be used to help move files between different cloud providers.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because managing blobs or files in your Azure Storage Account is the primary function of Azure Storage Explorer. B is incorrect because centralizing your file shares in Azure Files is the primary function of Azure File Sync. D is incorrect because providing a graphical interface to manage files and blobs in your Azure Storage Account is the primary function of Azure Storage Explorer.
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What is Azure Storage Explorer?
A. A standalone app that provides a graphical interface to manage files and blobs in your Azure Storage Account.
B. A command-line utility used to copy blobs or files to or from your storage account.
C. A tool that lets you centralize your file shares in Azure Files and keep the flexibility, performance, and compatibility of a Windows file server.
D. A tool that helps you move files between clouds.
A: Correct Answer: A. A standalone app that provides a graphical interface to manage files and blobs in your Azure Storage Account.
Explanation: Azure Storage Explorer is a standalone app that provides a graphical interface to manage files and blobs in your Azure Storage Account. It works on Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems and uses AzCopy on the backend to perform all of the file and blob management tasks.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
AzCopy is a command-line utility that you can use to copy blobs or files to or from your storage account. With Azure File Sync, you can centralize your file shares in Azure Files and keep the flexibility, performance, and compatibility of a Windows file server. AzCopy can even be configured to work with other cloud providers to help move files back and forth between clouds.
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Which Azure tool lets you centralize your file shares in Azure Files and keep the flexibility, performance, and compatibility of a Windows file server?
A. AzCopy
B. Azure Storage Explorer
C. Azure File Sync
D. None of the above
A: Correct Answer: C. Azure File Sync
Explanation: Azure File Sync is a tool that lets you centralize your file shares in Azure Files and keep the flexibility, performance, and compatibility of a Windows file server. It automatically stays bi-directionally synced with your files in Azure.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
AzCopy is a command-line utility that you can use to copy blobs or files. Azure Storage Explorer is a standalone app that provides a graphical interface to manage files and blobs in your Azure Storage Account. None of the above does not apply in this context.
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What is Azure Active Directory Domain Services?
A. A service that provides managed domain services such as domain join, group policy, LDAP, and Kerberos/NTLM authentication
B. A cloud-based identity and access management service
C. A service that allows you to connect to your own on-premises Active Directory deployment
D. A standards-based approach for adding functionality to applications
A: Correct Answer: A. A service that provides managed domain services such as domain join, group policy, LDAP, and Kerberos/NTLM authentication
Explanation: Azure Active Directory Domain Services (Azure AD DS) is a service that provides managed domain services such as domain join, group policy, lightweight directory access protocol (LDAP), and Kerberos/NTLM authentication. Just like Azure AD lets you use directory services without having to maintain the infrastructure supporting it, with Azure AD DS, you get the benefit of domain services without the need to deploy, manage, and patch domain controllers (DCs) in the cloud.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because it describes Azure AD. C is incorrect because it describes connecting on-premises Active Directory with Azure AD. D is incorrect because it describes Azure AD being used for adding functionality to applications.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-identity-access-security/2-directory-services

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Who uses Azure AD?
A. Only IT administrators
B. Only app developers
C. Only online service subscribers
D. All of the above
A: Correct Answer: D. All of the above
Explanation: Azure AD is used by IT administrators, app developers, users, and online service subscribers. IT administrators can use Azure AD to control access to applications and resources based on their business requirements. App developers can use Azure AD to provide a standards-based approach for adding functionality to applications that they build, such as adding SSO functionality to an app or enabling an app to work with a users existing credentials. Users can manage their identities and take maintenance actions like self-service password reset. Online service subscribers are already using Azure AD to authenticate into their accounts.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because app developers, users, and online service subscribers can also use Azure AD. Option B is incorrect because IT administrators, users, and online service subscribers can also use Azure AD. Option C is incorrect because IT administrators, app developers, and users can also use Azure AD.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-identity-access-security/2-directory-services

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What does Azure AD do?
A. Provides domain services such as domain join and group policy
B. Synchronizes identity information with Azure AD
C. Controls access to applications and resources
D. Manages devices through tools like Microsoft Intune
A: Correct Answer: C. Controls access to applications and resources
Explanation: Azure AD enables IT administrators to control access to applications and resources based on their business requirements. Users can also manage their identities and take maintenance actions like self-service password reset. Azure AD provides authentication, single sign-on, application management, and device management services.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because Azure Active Directory Domain Services is the service that provides domain services such as domain join and group policy. B is incorrect because Azure AD Connect synchronizes identity information between on-premises Active Directory and Azure AD. D is incorrect because device management is a feature of Azure AD but not the only thing it does.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-identity-access-security/2-directory-services

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Can you connect your on-premises AD with Azure AD?
A. No, its not possible to connect on-premises AD with Azure AD
B. You can connect on-premises AD with Azure AD using Azure AD Connect
C. Connecting on-premises AD with Azure AD requires both systems to be identical
D. You must move all your users to Azure AD to connect it with on-premises AD
A: Correct Answer: B. You can connect on-premises AD with Azure AD using Azure AD Connect
Explanation: Azure AD Connect can synchronize user identities between on-premises Active Directory and Azure AD. This synchronization allows you to use features like SSO, multifactor authentication, and self-service password reset under both systems. By connecting your on-premises AD with Azure AD, you can provide a consistent identity experience between cloud and on-premises.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because you can connect on-premises AD with Azure AD using Azure AD Connect. C and D are incorrect statements.
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What is Azure Active Directory Domain Services?
A. A service that provides managed domain services such as domain join, group policy, LDAP, and Kerberos/NTLM authentication.
B. A service that enables you to sign in and access both Microsoft cloud applications and cloud applications that you develop.
C. A service that provides single sign-on functionality to access multiple applications.
D. A service that helps control access to applications and resources based on business requirements.
A: Correct Answer: A. A service that provides managed domain services such as domain join, group policy, LDAP, and Kerberos/NTLM authentication.
Explanation: Azure Active Directory Domain Services (Azure AD DS) is a service that provides managed domain services such as domain join, group policy, lightweight directory access protocol (LDAP), and Kerberos/NTLM authentication. Just like Azure AD lets you use directory services without having to maintain the infrastructure supporting it, with Azure AD DS, you get the benefit of domain services without the need to deploy, manage, and patch domain controllers (DCs) in the cloud.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because it is the general definition of Azure AD, but not specifically about Azure AD DS. C is incorrect because it is about single sign-on functionality, which is not the specific functionality of Azure AD DS. D is incorrect because it is a general description of what Azure AD does, but not specifically about Azure AD DS.
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What is Azure Active Directory Domain Services?
A. A service that provides managed domain services for on-premises Active Directory
B. A cloud-based identity and access management service
C. A service that synchronizes user identities between on-premises Active Directory and Azure AD
D. A service that provides domain services without needing to deploy, manage, and patch domain controllers
A: Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Azure Active Directory Domain Services (Azure AD DS) is a service that provides managed domain services such as domain join, group policy, LDAP, and Kerberos/NTLM authentication. With Azure AD DS, you get the benefit of domain services without the need to deploy, manage, and patch domain controllers (DCs) in the cloud. This means option D is the correct answer.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because it describes Active Directory. Option B is incorrect because it describes Azure AD. Option C is incorrect because it describes Azure AD Connect.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-identity-access-security/2-directory-services

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How is information synchronized between Azure AD and Azure AD DS?
A. It is bidirectional
B. It is not synchronized at all
C. It is one-way from Azure AD to Azure AD DS
D. It is one-way from Azure AD DS to Azure AD
A: Correct Answer: C. It is one-way from Azure AD to Azure AD DS
Explanation: When you create an Azure AD DS managed domain, a one-way synchronization from Azure AD to Azure AD DS is configured. Resources created directly in the managed domain arent synchronized back to Azure AD. In a hybrid environment with an on-premises AD DS environment, Azure AD Connect synchronizes identity information with Azure AD, which is then synchronized to the managed domain.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
['A. This is incorrect. The synchronization is only one-way from Azure AD to Azure AD DS.', 'B. This is incorrect. Information is synchronized one-way from Azure AD to Azure AD DS.', 'D. This is incorrect. Information is synchronized one-way from Azure AD to Azure AD DS, not the other way around.']
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What is single sign-on (SSO)?
A. The process of prompting a user for an extra form of identification during the sign-in process.
B. A Microsoft service that provides multifactor authentication capabilities.
C. The process of signing in one time and using that credential to access multiple resources and applications from different providers.
D. Passwordless authentication methods using FIDO2 security keys.
A: Correct Answer: C. The process of signing in one time and using that credential to access multiple resources and applications from different providers.
Explanation: Single sign-on (SSO) enables a user to sign in one time and use that credential to access multiple resources and applications from different providers. For SSO to work, the different applications and providers must trust the initial authenticator.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because it describes multifactor authentication. B is incorrect because it describes Azure AD Multi-Factor Authentication. D is incorrect because it describes a specific type of passwordless authentication method using FIDO2 security keys.
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What is single sign-on (SSO)?
A. A user signs in one time and uses that credential to access multiple resources and applications from different providers.
B. A user signs in multiple times to access different resources and applications from different providers.
C. A user only needs to remember a password and no other authentication factor.
D. A user only needs to provide a biometric scan to access resources and applications.
A: Correct Answer: A. A user signs in one time and uses that credential to access multiple resources and applications from different providers.
Explanation: Single sign-on is the process of using a single set of login credentials to gain access to multiple applications and resources. This makes it easier for users to manage their identities and for IT to manage users. SSO simplifies the security model by giving access across applications to a single identity thats tied to the user. As users change roles or leave an organization, access is tied to a single identity. This change greatly reduces the effort needed to change or disable accounts.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because multiple sign-ins are not required; C is incorrect because SSO involves more than just remembering a password; and D is incorrect because a biometric scan is just one authentication factor and not necessarily the only one used in SSO.
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What is multifactor authentication?
A. The process of prompting a user for an extra form (or factor) of identification during the sign-in process
B. The process of signing in one time and using that credential to access multiple resources and applications from different providers
C. A method of authentication that removes the password and replaces it with something you have, plus something you are, or something you know
D. A standard password authentication method
A: Correct Answer: A. The process of prompting a user for an extra form (or factor) of identification during the sign-in process
Explanation: Multifactor authentication is the process of prompting a user for an extra form (or factor) of identification during the sign-in process. MFA helps protect against a password compromise in situations where the password is compromised but the second factor wasnt.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B refers to Single-Sign-On; C refers to Passwordless Authentication; D refers to a standard password authentication method.
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What is Azure AD Multi-Factor Authentication?
A. A Microsoft service that provides multifactor authentication capabilities
B. A passwordless authentication method
C. An authentication method that requires a user to enter a code sent to their phone after entering their username and password
D. An identity management system that allows users to access multiple resources using a single sign-in
A: Correct Answer: A. A Microsoft service that provides multifactor authentication capabilities
Explanation: Azure AD Multi-Factor Authentication is a Microsoft service that provides multifactor authentication capabilities. It allows users to choose an additional form of authentication during sign-in, such as a phone call or mobile app notification.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect. Passwordless authentication methods are more convenient because the password is removed and replaced with something you have, plus something you are, or something you know. C is incorrect. This describes multifactor authentication but not specifically Azure AD Multi-Factor Authentication. D is incorrect. This describes single sign-on but not specifically Azure AD Multi-Factor Authentication.
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What is passwordless authentication?
A. A method of authentication that requires a password and a biometric factor
B. A method of authentication that requires a password and a security key
C. A method of authentication that removes the need for a password and replaces it with something you have, something you are, or something you know
D. A method of authentication that uses password policies to increase security
A: Correct Answer: C. A method of authentication that removes the need for a password and replaces it with something you have, something you are, or something you know
Explanation: Passwordless authentication removes the need for a password and replaces it with something you have, something you are, or something you know, making it both secure and convenient.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because it still requires a password. B is incorrect because it still requires a password and adds a security key. D is incorrect because it refers to password policies, but does not describe passwordless authentication.
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What is Windows Hello for Business?
A. A biometric authentication method for Windows PCs
B. A multifactor authentication method for Azure
C. A passwordless authentication method for mobile devices
D. A single sign-on method for corporate resources
A: Correct Answer: A. A biometric authentication method for Windows PCs
Explanation: Windows Hello for Business is a biometric and PIN authentication method that is tied directly to a users Windows PC, preventing access from anyone other than the owner. With PKI integration and support for SSO, it provides a convenient method for accessing corporate resources.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because multifactor authentication is a separate authentication method and not specifically related to Windows Hello for Business. C is incorrect because Windows Hello for Business is not a passwordless authentication method for mobile devices. D is incorrect because while Windows Hello for Business can provide access to corporate resources, it is not primarily a single sign-on (SSO) method.
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What is the Microsoft Authenticator App?
A. A service for signing into websites using a fingerprint
B. An external security key used for passwordless authentication
C. A mobile app that can be used for both multi-factor and passwordless authentication
D. A feature that enables users to sign in one time and use that credential to access multiple resources
A: Correct Answer: C. A mobile app that can be used for both multi-factor and passwordless authentication
Explanation: The Microsoft Authenticator App is a mobile app that can be used for both multi-factor and passwordless authentication. The app turns any iOS or Android phone into a strong, passwordless credential. Users can sign in to any platform or browser by getting a notification to their phone, matching a number displayed on the screen to the one on their phone, and then using their biometric (touch or face) or PIN to confirm.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because it does not accurately describe the Microsoft Authenticator App. B is incorrect because FIDO2 Security Keys are the external security keys used for passwordless authentication. D is incorrect because it describes single sign-on, not the Microsoft Authenticator App.
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What are FIDO2 security keys?
A. A form of biometric authentication
B. An external security key built into a device
C. A code sent to the users mobile phone
D. A challenge question
A: Correct Answer: (B. An external security key built into a device)
Explanation: FIDO2 security keys are unphishable, passwordless authentication methods that can come in any form factor, typically USB devices, but could also use Bluetooth or NFC. With a hardware device that handles the authentication, the security of an account is increased as theres no password that could be exposed or guessed.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
(A. A form of biometric authentication) is incorrect as FIDO2 security keys are not biometric, (C. A code sent to the users mobile phone) is incorrect as this refers to a multifactor authentication method, and (D. A challenge question) is incorrect as this also refers to a multifactor authentication method.
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What is the purpose of Azure AD External Identities?
A. To only allow internal users to access external organizations
B. To manage customers identity experiences
C. To only allow users with government-issued digital identity to sign in
D. To restrict external users from bringing their own identities
A: Correct Answer: B. To manage customers identity experiences
Explanation: Azure AD External Identities allows developers to manage their customers identity experiences. External users can bring their own identities and use their own credentials to sign in. The external users identity provider manages their identity, and you manage access to your apps with Azure AD or Azure AD B2C to keep your resources protected.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because Azure AD External Identities refers to all the ways you can securely interact with users outside of your organization, not just internal users. C is incorrect because Azure AD External Identities allows users to bring their own identities, whether it is a corporate/government-issued digital identity or an unmanaged social identity like Google or Facebook. D is incorrect because, with Azure AD External Identities, external users can bring their own identities to sign in.
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Which capability under Azure External Identities allows collaborating with external users by letting them use their preferred identity to sign-in to your Microsoft or other enterprise applications?
A. B2B direct connect
B. Azure AD B2C
C. B2B collaboration
D. None of the above
A: Correct Answer: C. B2B collaboration
Explanation: Business to business (B2B) collaboration allows collaborating with external users by letting them use their preferred identity to sign-in to your Microsoft or other enterprise applications.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B2B direct connect establishes mutual two-way trust with another Azure AD organization for seamless collaboration, and Azure AD B2C is used for identity and access management for consumer-facing apps or custom-developed apps excluding Microsoft apps. None of the above refers to an incorrect option.
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What is B2B direct connect in Azure AD External Identities?
A. Establishing a mutual, two-way trust with another Azure AD organization for seamless collaboration
B. Allowing external users to use their preferred identity to sign-in to Microsoft applications or other enterprise applications
C. Using Azure AD B2C for identity and access management for modern SaaS apps and custom-developed apps
D. Inviting guest users from other tenants to collaborate and ensuring appropriate access
A: Correct Answer: A. Establishing a mutual, two-way trust with another Azure AD organization for seamless collaboration
Explanation: B2B direct connect is establishing a direct connection between two Azure AD organizations for seamless collaboration. B2B direct connect users arent represented in your directory, but theyre visible from within the Teams shared channel and can be monitored in Teams admin center reports.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B describes B2B collaboration, which is about allowing external users to use their preferred identity to sign-in to Microsoft applications or other enterprise applications. C describes Azure AD B2C which is for identity and access management for modern SaaS apps and custom-developed apps. D describes inviting guest users from other tenants to collaborate and ensuring appropriate access.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-identity-access-security/4-external-identities

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What is Azure AD business to customer (B2C)?
A. An Azure AD feature that lets external users use their own digital/social identities to securely sign in to your apps
B. An Azure AD feature that allows external users to access your resources from Teams shared channels
C. An Azure AD feature that lets external users use your organizations identity to securely sign in to their apps
D. An Azure AD feature that allows external users to collaborate with your internal users within a single tenant
A: Correct Answer: A. An Azure AD feature that lets external users use their own digital/social identities to securely sign in to your apps
Explanation: Azure AD business to customer (B2C) is a feature in Azure AD that allows external users to use their own digital or social identities to access your resources securely. Microsoft states that B2C is the best solution for creating consumer-facing apps. Organizations that want to share their resources and give internal users access to external organizations can use B2B instead.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because B2B direct connect is the feature that allows external users to access your resources from Teams shared channels. C is incorrect because B2C is not a feature that lets external users use your organizations identity to sign in to their apps. D is incorrect because B2B collaboration allows external users to collaborate with your internal users within a single tenant, not B2C.
Reference URL: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-identity-access-security/4-external-identities

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How is role-based access control applied to resources in Azure?
A. Applied to individual users
B. Applied to a scope
C. Applied to resources directly
D. Applied to management groups
A: Correct Answer: B. Applied to a scope
Explanation: Role-based access control is applied to a scope, which is a resource or set of resources that this access applies to.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because individual users are assigned roles, not resources. Option C is incorrect because roles are not directly applied to resources. Option D is incorrect because management groups can only be assigned roles as a whole and not individual resources.
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What does the Zero Trust model assume at the outset?
A. Data breach has not occurred
B. Devices are safe within the corporate network
C. The worst-case scenario and protects resources with that expectation
D. The network is completely secure
A: Correct Answer: C. The worst-case scenario and protects resources with that expectation
Explanation: The Zero Trust model assumes the worst-case scenario and protects resources with that expectation, meaning that it assumes breach at the outset.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Choice A is incorrect because the Zero Trust model assumes breach at the outset. Choice B is incorrect because instead of assuming that a device is safe because it’s within the corporate network, it requires everyone to authenticate. Then grants access based on authentication rather than location. Choice D is incorrect because the Zero Trust model assumes breach at the outset and does not assume a completely secure network.
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What is the guiding principle of the Zero Trust security model?
A. Always authenticate and authorize based on all available data points.
B. Assume that every device is safe because it’s within the corporate network.
C. Limit user access with Just-In-Time and Just-Enough-Access (JIT/JEA), risk-based adaptive policies, and data protection.
D. Dont use any analytics to detect and improve defenses.
A: Correct Answer: A. Always authenticate and authorize based on all available data points.
Explanation: The guiding principle of the Zero Trust model is to always authenticate and authorize based on all available data points to ensure that only authenticated users and devices gain access to protected resources.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because the Zero Trust model assumes the worst case and verifies everything, rather than trusting devices based on location or network. C is a correct guiding principle of the Zero Trust model, but its not the primary one mentioned in the text. D is incorrect because the Zero Trust model recommends using analytics to detect and improve defenses.
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What is the objective of defense-in-depth?
A. To slow down an attack
B. To prevent further exposure
C. To protect computing hardware in datacenters
D. To limit network connectivity
A: Correct Answer: B. To prevent further exposure
Explanation: The objective of defense-in-depth is to protect information and prevent it from being stolen by those who arent authorized to access it. Each layer provides protection so that if one layer is breached, a subsequent layer is already in place to prevent further exposure.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A - Slowing down the attack is one of the objectives of defense-in-depth but not the sole objective. C - Physical security layer protects computing hardware in datacenters, but it is not the objective of defense-in-depth. D - Limiting network connectivity is the objective of the network layer, but not the main objective of defense-in-depth.
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Which layer helps ensure that applications are secure and free of security vulnerabilities in the defense-in-depth strategy?
A. Physical security
B. Application
C. Compute
D. Perimeter
A: Correct Answer: B. Application
Explanation: The application layer helps ensure that applications are secure and free of security vulnerabilities by integrating security into the application development lifecycle. Every development team should ensure that its applications are secure by default.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Physical security layer provides physical safeguards against access to assets in order to ensure that other layers cant be bypassed, and loss or theft is handled appropriately. Compute layer focuses on making sure that your compute resources are secure and that you have the proper controls in place to minimize security issues. Perimeter layer protects from network-based attacks against your resources. Network layer focuses on limiting the network connectivity across all your resources to allow only whats required.
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What is the purpose of the physical security layer in the defense-in-depth approach?
A. To secure access to infrastructure and change control
B. To limit network connectivity across all resources
C. To ensure that identities are secure and access is granted only to whats needed
D. To protect computing hardware in the datacenter
A: Correct Answer: D. To protect computing hardware in the datacenter
Explanation: The physical security layer is the first line of defense to protect computing hardware in the datacenter. Its main purpose is to physically secure access to buildings and control access to computing hardware within the datacenter.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A refers to the identity and access layer, while option B refers to the network layer. Option C is also referring to the identity and access layer.
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What is the focus of the identity and access layer in defense-in-depth strategy in Azure?
A. Ensuring virtual machines are secured
B. Limiting network connectivity across all resources
C. Controlling access to infrastructure and change control
D. Ensuring applications are secure and free of vulnerabilities
A: Correct Answer: C. Controlling access to infrastructure and change control
Explanation: The identity and access layer in defense-in-depth strategy focuses on controlling access to infrastructure and change control in order to ensure that identities are secure and that access is granted only to whats needed. Additionally, this layer ensures that sign-in events and changes are logged.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A) The compute layer ensures that compute resources are secure; B) The network layer focusses on limiting network connectivity across all resources; D) The application layer ensures that applications are secure and free of vulnerabilities.
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What is the purpose of the perimeter layer in defense-in-depth strategy?
A. To secure access to virtual machines
B. To secure communication between resources
C. To protect computing hardware in the datacenter
D. To filter large-scale DDoS attacks before they can affect the availability of a system for users
A: Correct Answer: D. To filter large-scale DDoS attacks before they can affect the availability of a system for users
Explanation: The perimeter layer in defense-in-depth strategy uses distributed denial of service (DDoS) protection to filter large-scale attacks before they can cause a denial of service for users. This layer is the first line of defense against network-based attacks against your resources.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect. The compute layer secures access to virtual machines. Option B is incorrect. The network layer limits communication between resources. Option C is incorrect. The physical security layer is the first line of defense to protect computing hardware in the datacenter.
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What is the focus of the network layer in a defense-in-depth strategy?
A. Limiting communication between resources
B. Securing access to virtual machines
C. Controlling access to infrastructure and change control
D. Filtering large-scale attacks before they can affect the system
A: Correct Answer: A. Limiting communication between resources
Explanation: The network layer in a defense-in-depth strategy focuses on limiting network connectivity across all resources to allow only whats required. This limits communication between resources to reduce the risk of an attack spreading to other systems in the network.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because securing access to virtual machines is the focus of the compute layer. C is incorrect because controlling access to infrastructure and change control is the focus of the identity and access layer. D is incorrect because filtering large-scale attacks before they can affect the system is the focus of the perimeter layer.
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Which layer of defense-in-depth focuses on securing access to virtual machines?
A. Physical security
B. Identity and access
C. Compute
D. Data
A: Correct Answer: C. Compute
Explanation: The compute layer focuses on making sure that your compute resources are secure and that you have the proper controls in place to minimize security issues. This includes securing access to virtual machines.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A) The physical security layer is focused on physically securing access to buildings and controlling access to computing hardware within the datacenter. B) The identity and access layer is focused on ensuring that identities are secure and that access is granted only to whats needed. D) The data layer is focused on controlling access to business and customer data that you need to protect.
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Which layer of the defense-in-depth approach handles securing access to virtual machines and implementing endpoint protection on devices?
A. Physical security layer
B. Identity and access layer
C. Compute layer
D. Data layer
A: Correct Answer: C. Compute layer
Explanation: The compute layer is responsible for securing access to virtual machines and implementing endpoint protection on devices. This layer focuses on making sure that compute resources are secure and that proper controls are in place to minimize security issues.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
The physical security layer is the first line of defense to protect computing hardware in the datacenter. The identity and access layer controls access to infrastructure and change control. The data layer controls access to business and customer data that you need to protect.
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What is the focus of the data layer in defense-in-depth security strategy?
A. Protect physical hardware in data center
B. Control access to infrastructure and change control.
C. Ensure secure access to virtual machines
D. Ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of business and customer data
A: Correct Answer: D. Ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of business and customer data
Explanation: The data layer in defense-in-depth focuses on ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of business and customer data that need to be protected.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
['A. Physical security layer protects computing hardware in the data center.', 'B. Identity and access layer controls access and change control to infrastructure.', 'C. The compute layer secures access to virtual machines.']
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What does Microsoft Defender for Cloud assess in Azure data services?
A. Only Azure SQL services
B. Only Azure Storage Account services
C. Both Azure SQL and Storage services
D. None of the above
A: Correct Answer: C. Both Azure SQL and Storage services
Explanation: Microsoft Defender for Cloud assesses both Azure SQL and Storage services. Defender for Cloud includes capabilities that help you automatically classify your data in Azure SQL. You can also get assessments for potential vulnerabilities across Azure SQL and Storage services, and recommendations for how to mitigate them.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because Defender for Cloud assesses both Azure SQL and Storage services. B is incorrect because Defender for Cloud assesses both Azure SQL and Storage services. D is incorrect because Defender for Cloud assesses both Azure SQL and Storage services.
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What can Defender for Cloud do for on-premises datacenters and other cloud environments?
A. Only monitor Azure services
B. Automatically deploy Log Analytics agent to gather security-related data
C. Provide customized threat intelligence and prioritized alerts
D. Assess vulnerability assessment solutions for virtual machines, container registries, and SQL servers
A: Correct Answer: B. Automatically deploy Log Analytics agent to gather security-related data
Explanation: Defender for Cloud can automatically deploy a Log Analytics agent to gather security-related data for on-premises datacenters and other cloud environments when necessary. This makes it possible to monitor and protect resources even outside of Azure, extending Microsoft Defender plans to non-Azure machines with the help of Azure Arc.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
['A is incorrect because Defender for Cloud can automatically deploy a Log Analytics agent to gather security-related data for on-premises datacenters and other cloud environments, which means it can monitor and protect resources outside of Azure.', 'C is incorrect because customized threat intelligence and prioritized alerts are only available for hybrid cloud environments, not for on-premises datacenters or other cloud environments.', 'D is incorrect because vulnerability assessment solutions for virtual machines, container registries, and SQL servers are part of the continuous assessment of Defender for Cloud, not the protection for on-premises datacenters and other cloud environments.']
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What does Defender for Cloud help you detect threats across?
A. Azure IaaS services
B. Azure PaaS services and data services
C. Hybrid and multicloud environments
D. All of the above
A: Correct Answer: B. Azure PaaS services and data services
Explanation: Defender for Cloud helps you detect threats across Azure PaaS services, Azure data services, and networks.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect because Defender for Cloud does not specifically mention IaaS services. C is incorrect because while Defender for Cloud can defend hybrid and multicloud environments, the question is specifically asking what it helps detect threats across. The correct answer is B as it specifically states that Defender for Cloud helps detect threats across Azure PaaS services and data services, as well as networks.
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What is the purpose of Defender for Cloud in your hybrid environment?
A. To monitor Azure services only
B. To help with cloud security posture management
C. To protect on-premises machines
D. All of the above
A: Correct Answer: D. All of the above
Explanation: Defender for Cloud can monitor Azure services, help with cloud security posture management, and protect on-premises machines. It can also protect resources in other clouds when necessary such as AWS and GCP. So, option D is correct.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect as Defender for Cloud can monitor other environments besides Azure services. Option B is not fully accurate as Defender for Cloud does more than just help with cloud security posture management. Option C is partially accurate as Defender for Cloud does protect on-premises machines with the help of Azure Arc, but it does much more beyond that. So, A, B, C are incorrect.
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What does Defender for Cloud do for resources running on other clouds?
A. It monitors and protects AWS and GCP resources without any deployment
B. It requires a Log Analytics agent to be deployed manually for non-Azure machines
C. It can extend its protections to AWS resources through a secure score system
D. It can defend non-Azure servers by adding Defender for Cloud capabilities to hybrid cloud environment
A: Correct Answer: A. It monitors and protects AWS and GCP resources without any deployment
Explanation: Defender for Cloud can protect resources in other clouds, such as AWS and GCP, without needing deployment. The CSPM features extend to your AWS resources and the secure score includes the results from assessments for AWS-specific security recommendations and standards. Microsoft Defender for Containers also extends its container threat detection and advanced defenses to Amazon EKS Linux clusters. Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/describe-azure-identity-access-security/9-describe-microsoft-defender-for-cloud
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because Log Analytics agents can be automatically deployed by Defender for Cloud for non-Azure machines. C is incorrect because the secure score system is not specific to extend its protections to AWS resources. D is incorrect because Defender for Cloud provides capabilities to defend non-Azure servers through Azure Arc and enhanced security features, not by adding the Defender for Cloud capabilities to a hybrid cloud environment.
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What is the purpose of Defender for Cloud?
A. To monitor cloud environments for security posture and threat protection
B. To provide guidance for software development on Azure App Service
C. To manage and debug Azure SQL databases
D. To deploy and manage virtual machines on Azure
A: Correct Answer: A. To monitor cloud environments for security posture and threat protection
Explanation: Defender for Cloud is a monitoring tool for security posture management and threat protection. It monitors your cloud, on-premises, hybrid, and multicloud environments to provide guidance and notifications aimed at strengthening your security posture.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
B is incorrect because Defender for Cloud is not related to software development on Azure App Service. C is incorrect because Defender for Cloud is not for managing and debugging Azure SQL databases. D is incorrect because Defender for Cloud is not for deploying and managing virtual machines on Azure.
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What is the primary purpose of Continuously assess feature in Microsoft Defender for Cloud?
A. To help you defend your environment by providing security alerts and advanced threat protection features
B. To reduce the attack surface across each of your resources
C. To identify and track vulnerabilities in your environment
D. To secure your workloads with Azure Security Benchmark
A: Correct Answer: C. To identify and track vulnerabilities in your environment
Explanation: The Continuously assess feature in Microsoft Defender for Cloud helps you to continuously assess your environment. By doing so, you can identify and track vulnerabilities within your cloud, hybrid, or multicloud environments, which gives you the ability to address those vulnerabilities and improve your security posture.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A is incorrect because the primary purpose of Defend feature in Microsoft Defender for Cloud is to help you defend your environment by providing security alerts and advanced threat protection features. Option B is incorrect because the primary purpose of Secure feature in Microsoft Defender for Cloud is to reduce the attack surface across each of your resources. Option D is incorrect because the primary purpose of Secure feature in Microsoft Defender for Cloud is to secure your workloads with Azure Security Benchmark.
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What does Microsoft Defender for Cloud do when necessary to gather security-related data for hybrid and multicloud environments?
A. It does not deploy any agents
B. It deploys a third-party agent
C. It deploys a Log Analytics agent
D. It manually collects the data
A: Correct Answer: C. It deploys a Log Analytics agent
Explanation: When necessary, Defender for Cloud can automatically deploy a Log Analytics agent to gather security-related data. For Azure machines, deployment is handled directly. For hybrid and multicloud environments, Microsoft Defender plans are extended to non Azure machines with the help of Azure Arc.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
A is incorrect, as Defender for Cloud does deploy agents when necessary. B is incorrect, as Defender for Cloud deploys a Log Analytics agent, not a third-party agent. D is incorrect, as Defender for Cloud uses automated processes to gather security-related data, rather than manual collection.
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Which cloud services are monitored and protected without the need for deployment of Defender for Cloud?
A. Only Azure PaaS services
B. Only Azure data services
C. All Azure services
D. None of the above
A: Correct Answer: C. All Azure services
Explanation: Defender for Cloud is an Azure-native service, many Azure services are monitored and protected without needing any deployment.
Incorrect Answer Explanation(s):
Option A and B is incorrect because it is not only the Azure PaaS services and data services are monitored and protected. Option D is incorrect because all Azure services are actually monitored and protected without needing any deployment.
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