3.2. Reflection Checkpoint: Storage Solutions

As you complete the Storage module, pause to consolidate your understanding of Azure storage services and their practical use.

Scenario: You've just finished implementing a comprehensive storage solution for a new application. You need to ensure all components are properly configured and interconnected to meet the application's diverse data needs for performance, cost, and protection.

Self-Assessment Prompts:

• What is the difference between LRS, ZRS, and GRS redundancy, and when would you choose each?
• When would you use Azure Files instead of Azure Blob Storage?
• How do Blob Versioning and Soft Delete work together to protect data?
• What is the primary purpose of a Recovery Services Vault?

Reflection Question: How do Azure storage services (Storage Accounts, Blobs, Files, Backup), with their various configuration options (redundancy, tiers, lifecycle, soft delete), collectively interconnect to address diverse storage and protection needs, balancing cost, performance, and resilience?