This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in this field.
Azure Backup, Security, and Compliance Administration
This course is part of Microsoft Cloud Support Associate Professional Certificate
Instructor: Microsoft
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What you'll learn
Gain insight into implementing effective backup strategies for files, folders, and virtual machines in Azure.
Learn to manage automatic updates and patches.
Learn to implement and enforce compliance policies in Azure cloud environments, including monitoring and auditing Azure resources for compliance.
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module aims to help you to establish a solid understanding of Azure backup concepts and build the skills required for effective backup configurations. In this module, you will focus on the foundational aspects of configuring backups in the Azure environment. You will first be introduced to essential concepts of backup strategies, emphasizing the importance of regular backups. Then, the focus will shift to practical configurations, specifically covering file and folder backups, with hands-on exercises for reinforcement. Later on, the discussion will extend to virtual machine backups, providing both theoretical insights and practical application through guided configurations.
What's included
12 videos9 readings7 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to implement effective update management practices in Azure, ensuring security and stability within your virtual environments. In this module, you'll learn how to keep your virtual machines up-to-date in Azure. You'll understand why regular updates are important and how to set up automatic updates for efficiency. Additionally, you'll explore tools to help you manage updates effectively.
What's included
10 videos7 readings7 assignments
In this module, you'll learn about ensuring compliance, monitoring resources, and implementing disaster recovery solutions in Azure. You'll start by exploring the importance of compliance and learn how to implement compliance policies. Then, you'll review and apply monitoring and auditing strategies to maintain compliance. Finally, you'll examine backup strategies, disaster recovery planning, and using Azure Site Recovery.
What's included
7 videos9 readings7 assignments
In this module, you'll complete a project and final graded assessment set on the whole course. In the project, you'll work through setting up and configuring essential Azure monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery tools to ensure comprehensive oversight and resilience for an organization’s Azure environment. Your main objective is to establish continuous monitoring, auditing, and compliance checks aligned with a defined Azure architecture.
What's included
2 videos2 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin
In this module, you’ll also have access to resources that will help you to prepare for the Microsoft Exam AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals. Furthermore, you will complete one lesson on using Microsoft's generative AI, Bing Copilot.
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7 videos13 readings3 assignments1 peer review2 discussion prompts
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This program is for you:
· If you are interested in the field of cloud support or just beginning to work in cloud support related roles.
· If you want to switch or start a career in the field of cloud support.
· If you already work in cloud support, earning a Microsoft Cloud Support Associate certificate can help advance your career or help you address gaps in your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
You don’t need any background knowledge to take this Specialization. Whether you’re just starting out or a professional in a relevant field, this program can be the right fit for you.
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