Azure Cloud Self-Assessment

1. What is the primary purpose of Azure Virtual Machines? (Easy)

A) To provide scalable compute resources in the cloud. B) To store large amounts of data. C) To host web applications. D) To manage databases.

2. How does Azure ensure high availability for applications deployed in Azure App Service? (Medium)

A) By using Load Balancers to distribute traffic. B) By replicating applications across multiple regions. C) By implementing auto-scaling based on demand. D) By utilizing Azure Traffic Manager for DNS-based routing.

3. What is Azure Resource Manager (ARM) used for? (Medium)

A) Managing and organizing Azure resources through a unified interface. B) Encrypting data stored in Azure Storage. C) Monitoring and analyzing performance metrics. D) Providing access to Azure databases.

4. How would you secure data in Azure SQL Database? (Medium)

A) Use Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) to encrypt data at rest. B) Configure firewalls to restrict access. C) Implement Azure Active Directory authentication. D) Enable auditing to track database activities.

5. What are the key features of Azure Blob Storage? (Easy)

A) Scalable storage for unstructured data. B) Support for SQL database operations. C) Integration with Azure CDN for content delivery. D) Advanced data analytics capabilities.

6. What is the purpose of Azure Virtual Network? (Medium)

A) To provide a secure and isolated network environment. B) To deploy virtual machines and web applications. C) To manage DNS settings for domain names. D) To monitor and analyze network traffic.

7. How can Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) help in managing containerized applications? (Expert)

A) By automating deployment, scaling, and operations of application containers. B) By providing a built-in CI/CD pipeline for container images. C) By integrating with Azure Monitor for container insights. D) By offering a managed environment for running Kubernetes clusters.

8. What strategies can be used to ensure compliance with regulatory standards in Azure? (Expert)

A) Use Azure Policy to enforce organizational policies. B) Implement Azure Security Center to monitor and manage security posture. C) Utilize Azure Blueprints to define and deploy compliant environments. D) Regularly review compliance reports generated by Azure Compliance Manager.

9. How can you optimize Azure costs for your cloud resources? (Medium)

A) Use Azure Cost Management to analyze and manage spending. B) Implement Reserved Instances and Savings Plans for long-term savings. C) Set up budgets and alerts to track and control spending. D) Regularly review and optimize resource utilization.

10. What are the key considerations when setting up a disaster recovery plan in Azure? (Expert)

A) Define Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) and Recovery Time Objectives (RTO). B) Use Azure Site Recovery to replicate and failover workloads. C) Implement geo-replication for data storage. D) Regularly test and update the disaster recovery plan.

11. How can you integrate Azure Active Directory with on-premises directories? (Medium)

A) Use Azure AD Connect to synchronize identities. B) Implement Azure AD B2C for external user management. C) Configure SAML-based single sign-on (SSO) for applications. D) Utilize Azure AD Application Proxy to access on-premises applications.

12. What are the best practices for managing Azure security and compliance? (Expert)

A) Regularly review and update security policies. B) Use Azure Security Center to assess and respond to security threats. C) Implement role-based access control (RBAC) for resource management. D) Encrypt sensitive data at rest and in transit.

13. How do you handle scaling of Azure Web Apps? (Medium)

A) Configure auto-scaling rules based on CPU or memory usage. B) Use deployment slots to manage and test different versions. C) Implement Azure Traffic Manager to distribute traffic across regions. D) Manually scale up or down based on traffic demands.

14. What are Azure Logic Apps used for? (Medium)

A) Automating workflows and integrating with various services. B) Managing and orchestrating Azure resource deployment. C) Building and deploying serverless functions. D) Creating and managing virtual networks.

15. How can Azure Policy be used to enforce organizational standards? (Expert)

A) Define policies that govern resource configurations and compliance. B) Use built-in policy definitions to ensure resources meet compliance requirements. C) Apply policies across multiple subscriptions and resource groups. D) Monitor and remediate non-compliant resources using Azure Policy initiatives.