Leverage Azure’s storage, security, networking, and compute services to ace the AZ-104 exam and excel in your daily tasks
Purchase of this book unlocks access to web-based exam prep resources such as mock exams, flashcards, exam tips, and the eBook PDF
Key Features
- Prepare for the AZ-104 exam with the latest exam objectives and content
- Gain hands-on Azure experience with practical labs for real-world administrative tasks
- Assess your exam readiness with challenging mock exams
Book Description
Take the first step toward excellence in Azure management and achieving Microsoft certification with this practical guide!
This third edition of Exam Ref AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator Certification and Beyond offers comprehensive insights and clear, step-by-step instructions that follow the latest AZ-104 exam objectives. You’ll work your way from foundational topics such as Azure identity management and governance to essential skills such as deploying and managing storage solutions, configuring virtual networks, and effectively monitoring Azure resources. Each chapter is equipped with practice questions to reinforce your understanding and enhance your practical skills. The book also provides you with access to online mock exams, interactive flashcards, and expert exam tips, guaranteeing that you pass with flying colors.
By the end of this book, you’ll not only be equipped to pass the AZ-104 exam but also possess the expertise needed to expertly manage Azure environments.
What you will learn
- Manage Azure AD users, groups, and RBAC
- Handle subscription management and governance implementation
- Customize and deploy Azure Resource Manager templates
- Configure containers and Azure app services
- Manage and secure virtual networks comprehensively
- Utilize Azure Monitor for resource monitoring
- Implement robust backup and recovery solutions
Who this book is for
This book is for cloud administrators, engineers, and architects looking to understand Azure better and get a firm grasp on administrative functions or anyone preparing to take the Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) exam. A basic understanding of the Azure platform is needed, but astute readers can comfortably learn all the concepts without having worked on the platform before by following all the examples present in the book.
Table of Contents
- Managing Microsoft Entra ID Objects
- Devices in Microsoft Entra ID
- Managing Role-Based Access Control in Azure
- Creating and Managing Governance
- Managing Governance and Costs
- Understanding Storage Accounts
- Copying Data To and From Azure
- Securing Storage
- Storage Management and Replication
- Azure Resource Manager Templates
- Azure Bicep
- Understanding Virtual Machines
- Managing Virtual Machines
- Creating and Configuring Containers
- Creating and Configuring App Service
- Implementing and Managing Virtual Networking
- Securing Access to Virtual Networks
- Configuring Load Balancing
- Integrating On-Premises Networks with Azure
- Monitoring and Troubleshooting Virtual Networking
- Monitoring Resources with Azure Monitor
- Implementing Backup and Recovery Solutions
Review
“This AZ-104 book is a standout resource for aspiring administrators, emphasizing the importance of not just knowing the material but truly understanding how to apply it in real-world scenarios. It goes beyond the basics, encouraging hands-on practice and deeper engagement with key concepts. An invaluable guide for mastering the essentials and excelling in your certification journey.”
Dr. Mark Peters, PhD, DSS, Senior Direction Solutions Architecture at Raft, DevOps Institute Ambassador, and Retired USAF
About the Author
Donovan Kelly is a Senior Architect Lead with extensive experience engineering, selling, and architecting in the Azure space. He has over 8 years of experience in the public cloud space and over 10 years working in both solution and technical architecture. Donovan has many Microsoft Azure certifications including AZ-900, AZ-103, AZ-104, AZ-303, AZ-304 and AZ-500. His passion for training and sharing knowledge with others has culminated in the work on this book in the hopes that those who read it will find value in its pages and learn from the experiences of others that live this environment daily. One of his favorite quotes: “Two roads diverged in a wood, I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference.” – Robert Frost
The AI and Data Revolution: Understanding the New Data Landscape
