by Andrew Bettany | Released March 2018 | ISBN: 9781492036852

Learn how to plan your migration to the cloud in this introductory-level course that teaches you the concepts of cloud computing and how to implement a cloud model using Microsoft Azure. You'll study the different cloud deployment types available; observe how experts choose the correct implementation model for their businesses; learn about Azure's costs, functions, tools, services, advantages, and disadvantages; and explore the key factors to consider when moving to a cloud-based system. You'll come away with the knowledge required to resolve real world implementation issues (e.g., back-up and recovery, uptime, scaling, and software delivery-on-demand concerns) and gain a deep awareness of the efficiencies cloud computing offers (e.g., reduced operational costs, improved agility, and reliability).Understand the uses, benefits, and disadvantages of cloud computingDiscover the distinctions between public clouds, private clouds, and hybrid cloudsExplore the benefits and disadvantages of Microsoft Azure cloud computingLearn about Azure's plans, pricing, and how to get started using AzureMaster the details of Azure's functionality, tools, and servicesPick up the skills required to choose the Azure services that will benefit your businessAndrew Bettany is a UK-based Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP). Andrew managed the IT Academy at the University of York for eight years and now focuses his time training businesses about cloud and mobility technologies. He's the author of multiple courses and publications on Microsoft exam certification prep and is a frequent speaker at Microsoft Ignite conferences worldwide. In 2011 and 2013 he delivered classes in earthquake-hit Haiti to help the community rebuild their technology skills. Show and hide more

1. Introduction
   • Welcome to the Course 00:01:17
   • About the Author 00:00:28
2. Cloud Computing and Azure
   • What is Cloud Computing? 00:01:34
   • Types of Cloud Services 00:02:24
   • Cloud Services 00:06:25
   • Uses and Benefits of Cloud Computing 00:05:35
   • Types of Cloud Deployment 00:04:35
   • Azure and the Cloud 00:02:41
   • Azure Plans and Pricing 00:09:23
3. Azure - Getting Started, Functionality and Tools
   • Azure First Steps - Getting Started 00:10:53
   • Azure Services Overview 00:06:40
   • Azure Architecture and Tools Overview Part 1 00:06:14
   • Azure Architecture and Tools Overview Part 2 00:11:19
4. Azure - First Steps
   • Virtual Machines in Azure 00:08:24
   • Azure Storage 00:09:11
   • Users and Roles in Azure 00:09:10
   • Summary 00:01:02
5. Azure Services
   • Azure Cloud Applications 00:04:51
   • Overview of Azure Mobile Applications 00:05:32
   • Overview of Azure Web Apps 00:02:21
   • Azure SQL Databases 00:06:59
   • Introduction to Azure AD 00:04:46
6. Azure Management
   • Automating Workloads in Azure 00:05:01
   • Azure Analysis Services 00:04:51
   • Azure Resource Manager 00:04:24
   • Azure Backup 00:11:40
   • Summary 00:01:17
7. Conclusion
   • Wrap Up and Thank You 00:00:47
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