EXAMPLE SCENARIO
Let’s say you’re managing a data warehousing solution built on SQL Server 2016 with signifi-cant reliance on SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS). Here’s how you could implement this on Azure VMs:
- Select and provision an appropriate VM size from the Azure portal, considering the compute, memory, and I/O requirements of your SSAS workloads.
- Attach premium solid-state drive (SSD) storage to ensure quick data processing and set up automated backups with geo-redundancy.
- Configure Azure VNet for secure access and establish a virtual private network (VPN) connection to your on-premises network.
- Install SQL Server 2016 and configure SSAS, mirroring your on-premises setup.
- Optimize the VM for performance, adjusting settings based on the monitoring insights provided by Azure.
SQL Server on Azure VMs is the quintessential choice for data professionals who require the comprehensive capabilities of SQL Server combined with the scalability, security, and reliabil-ity of Azure’s infrastructure. Whether your workload is heavy on data processing or you need specific SQL Server features, Azure VMs provide a robust environment to meet and adapt to your evolving business needs.
Identify Azure database services for open-source database systems
Now let’s expand your knowledge to encompass Azure’s offerings in the realm of open-source databases. You’ll delve into the various services Azure provides to accommodate the vast ecosystem of open-source database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Maria DB. These databases have been widely adopted in industries and enterprises worldwide for their robust-ness, flexibility, and compatibility with various data models and languages. Azure’s managed services for these databases provide a scalable, secure, and fully managed environment that retains all the benefits of open-source solutions while freeing you from the administrative and maintenance tasks. By the end of this section, you’ll be well-versed in identifying and describ-ing the key features, advantages, and use cases of Azure’s database services for these open-source systems.
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