Azure has recently unveiled the public preview of the Azure Load Balancer Administrative State (Admin State). This new feature aims to enhance the management of Azure VMs by providing more effective control over the backend pool of the Azure Load Balancer. In this article, we will delve into the significance of this update and explore how it can benefit…
I have started a blog post series to discuss ExpressRoute resilience, starting with its basics in the first part and more to come in this part. Please visit the first part of the blog post to read about the Azure ExpressRoute foundation. The foundation of a well-structured system relies on network connections that are highly reliable, resilient, and available. Reliability, the core…
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,…
