This blog post provides information about the Express Route service in Azure cloud network connectivity. A conversation with a friend inspired me to discuss the high availability and disaster recovery options for the Express Route service. In this series of posts, I will start with the basics of Express Route and then discuss the various options available for ensuring…
Background: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is driving a new wave of innovation, revolutionizing how applications are designed, built, and delivered. At Microsoft Ignite (Nov-2023), Azure announced an exciting new service to bring people together to experience the AI transformation. Microsoft Copilot for Azure is an intelligent virtual assistant with expert assistance with designing, operating, optimizing, and troubleshooting your cloud infrastructure…
Background: Azure ExpressRoute is a networking service that allows you to securely and reliably connect your on-premises network to Azure cloud virtual networking. ExpressRoute extends your on-premises network into the Microsoft Cloud over a private and dedicated connection using a connectivity provider. This dedicated connection offers faster speeds, consistent latencies, and higher security compared to typical connections over the…
Introduction: Today’s cloud computing has become the backbone of businesses and organizations. It provides an easy and efficient way to store, manage, and access data anywhere. However, with great power comes great responsibility. Protecting cloud resources from unauthorized access, cyberattacks, and data breaches is crucial. This protection ensures that the data stored in the cloud remains confidential, secure, and…
Overview: Azure has recently announced the general availability of their highly anticipated Virtual Network Manager (AVNM) services this month. The AVNM services are a promising addition to the Azure platform, allowing users to manage and configure networking configurations across all Azure networks consistently. In this blog post, let us analyse the Azure Virtual Network Manager in-depth. This analysis will…
Background Before delving into the technical intricacies of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, allow me to provide a contextual background and outline my approach to this subject. In a recent discussion, I conversed with an acquaintance who serves as an application architect regarding the implications of DDoS attacks on public-facing applications and the available cloud-based services that can…
Introduction: The Domain Name System (DNS) plays a crucial role in the infrastructure functioning of organisations. It acts as a phone book that translates domain names into their respective IP addresses so that machines can communicate with each other. Depending on their specific requirements, organisations can choose between their corporate DNS or Azure DNS for name resolution in a…
Introduction: Cloud computing has revolutionised businesses’ operations by providing infinite computing resources and storage. It allows organisations to scale their operations up or down quickly, depending on their needs. However, while the cloud offers numerous benefits, it can also lead to unforeseen expenses during the cloud journey. These expenses may arise due to inefficient resource allocation, improper usage monitoring,…
“Have you ever thought about having a Private Subnet in Azure VNET? Let me tell you all about it. Trust me, you would want to take advantage of its benefits. We must use Azure Private Subnet to ensure the highest level of security and privacy for our network.” Background of Azure VNET and Subnet and Internet access To grasp…
Keeping your Azure Firewall with the correct SKU is vital to maintaining the security and stability of your cloud infrastructure. You must follow precise steps to ensure peak performance and optimization for seamless and efficient firewall upgrades and downgrades. To help you with this, I have created a guide outlining the steps for upgrading or downgrading your Azure Firewall….
