MCA Microsoft Certified Associate Azure Administrator Study Guide: Exam AZ-104

MCA Microsoft 365 Certified Associate Azure Administrator Study Guide is your best resource for helping you to understand the job role and responsibilities of a Azure Administrator AND prepare you to take the certification Exam AZ-104. This Study Guide covers the following topics: Managing Azure subscriptions and resources Implementing and managing storage Deploying and managing virtual machines Configuring and managing virtual networks Managing identities Readers will also have access to Sybex’s online test bank, including hundreds of practice questions, flashcards and a glossary. Take your career to a new level with this Study Guide!

Overview of the Study Guide

The book focuses on preparing candidates to handle core Azure administrator tasks, such as managing Azure resources, implementing storage solutions, configuring and monitoring Azure networks, and managing Azure identities. The content is aligned with the objectives of the AZ-104 certification exam, making it a must-read for aspiring Azure Administrators.

Key Topics Covered

1. Manage Azure Identities and Governance

• Configure Azure Active Directory (Azure AD)
• Manage users and groups, including role-based access control (RBAC)
• Implement and manage hybrid identities using Azure AD Connect
• Monitor and audit Azure resources for governance and compliance

2. Implement and Manage Storage

• Configure Azure Storage accounts
• Implement blob, file, and queue storage
• Configure and manage backup and recovery with Azure Backup
• Implement Azure File Sync and Storage replication

3. Deploy and Manage Azure Compute Resources

• Deploy and configure virtual machines (VMs)
• Automate VM deployments using templates and Azure Resource Manager
• Manage VM backups and monitoring
• Configure and manage Azure App Services and container solutions

4. Configure and Manage Virtual Networks

• Create and manage virtual networks (VNets) and subnets
• Configure VPNs and ExpressRoute for hybrid connectivity
• Implement network security groups (NSGs) for traffic filtering
• Manage private and public IP configurations for Azure resources

5. Monitor and Maintain Azure Resources

• Configure Azure Monitor for metrics and alerts
• Use Azure Log Analytics to analyze and troubleshoot issues
• Optimize Azure costs with cost management tools
• Perform routine Azure resource maintenance tasks

6. Backup and Disaster Recovery

• Implement Azure Site Recovery for disaster recovery
• Set up Azure Backup for data protection
• Test and validate backup and restore processes