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1.2.1. IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS for Data
š” First Principle: The service model determines what YOU manage versus what AZURE manages. Each step toward convenience trades control for reduced operational burden.
| Model | You Manage | Azure Manages | Data Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| IaaS | OS, runtime, data, security, patching | Hardware, virtualization, networking | SQL Server on Azure VM |
| PaaS | Data, schema, queries | OS, patching, HA, backups, scaling | Azure SQL Database |
| SaaS | Configuration, usage | Everything else | Microsoft Fabric, Power BI Service |
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