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4.2. Reflection Checkpoint: Compute Resources
You’ve completed the core module on Azure compute resources. Before moving forward, take a moment to consolidate your understanding and assess your readiness.
Scenario: You've just finished deploying a complex application to Azure, utilizing Virtual Machines, App Services, and containers. You need to verify that all compute resources are configured for optimal performance, availability, and security.
Self-Assessment Prompts:
- What is the key difference between an Availability Set and an Availability Zone?
- When would you use Azure App Service instead of a Virtual Machine to host a web application?
- What is the primary use case for Azure Bastion?
- How does Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) differ from Azure Container Instances (ACI)?
Reflection Question: How do different Azure compute services (Virtual Machines, App Services, Container Instances, Kubernetes Service), with their distinct operational models and use cases, collectively provide a comprehensive compute ecosystem to address diverse application requirements for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency?