Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing and Azure

Welcome to Module 1 of the Azure Fundamentals course! In this module, we will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of cloud computing and provide an overview of Microsoft Azure. Let's dive in!

1.1 Understanding Cloud Computing: 

      Cloud computing has revolutionized the IT industry by offering scalable, on-demand computing resources over the Internet. In this section, we will explore the key characteristics and benefits of cloud computing, including:

• On-demand self-service
• Broad network access
• Resource pooling
• Rapid elasticity
• Measured service

We will also discuss the different deployment models of cloud computing, such as public, private, and hybrid clouds.

1.2 Introduction to Microsoft Azure: 

      Microsoft Azure is a robust and comprehensive cloud computing platform provided by Microsoft. Azure offers a vast array of services and tools to help organizations build, deploy, and manage applications and services in the cloud. In this section, we will cover:

• Azure's global infrastructure: regions, availability zones, and datacenters.
• The Azure Service Level Agreement (SLA) and its importance in ensuring reliability.
• Azure subscriptions and their different types.
• An overview of Azure management tools, including the Azure Portal and Azure CLI.

1.3 Azure Services and Core Components: 

      Azure provides a rich set of services and core components that enable organizations to meet various computing needs. In this section, we will explore some of the key services and components, including:

• Azure Virtual Machines (VMs): Creating and managing virtual machines in Azure to run your applications.
• Azure Storage: Different types of storage services, such as Blob Storage, File Storage, and Disk Storage, for storing and managing your data.
• Azure Networking: An introduction to Virtual Networks (VNETs), Load Balancers, and Traffic Manager for building scalable and secure network architectures.

1.4 Azure Subscriptions and Management: 

      To effectively utilize Azure resources, it's crucial to understand how Azure subscriptions work and how to manage them. In this section, we will cover:

• Azure subscription hierarchy and management groups.
• Access control and RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) in Azure.
• Monitoring and managing costs in Azure using Azure Cost Management and Azure Advisor.

By the end of Module 1, you will have a solid understanding of cloud computing, the key components of Microsoft Azure, and how to manage Azure subscriptions effectively. In Module 2, we will dive deeper into Azure services and explore their functionalities. So let's continue our Azure Fundamentals journey and proceed to Module 2!