Understanding Storage Accounts

In this chapter, you will learn about the various aspects to be considered when choosing a storage account in Azure. You will learn about the different performance tiers (Standard and Premium) and explore the different types of storage accounts available in each performance tier. You will then learn about the different storage access tiers available and when to choose each option. You will learn about disk storage, which is the core mechanism for virtual machines (VMs) (operating system (OS) and data disks). Another topic you will explore is the varying redundancy options available and how to make the right choice to meet your availability needs. Finally, you will create a storage account using both the Azure portal and a PowerShell script. By the end of the chapter, you will have the skills required to choose the correct storage in Azure and the knowledge to deploy a storage account, which will serve as the foundational block for shared storage, such...