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VMSS CREATION AND CONNECTING.

Collins Uwa — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 02:03:54 +0000

A Blog On Creating Virtual Machine Scale Set **

A Virtual Machine Scale Set(VMSS) is a service in Microsoft Azure that allows you to create and manage a group of load-balanced virtual

machines(VMS). It enables you to scale out and in the number of VMS based on demand or a predefined schedule , ensuring high availability and reliability of application. Two types of scaling usually takes place which involves (1) Vertical Scaling (2) Horizontal Scaling.

(1) Vertical Scaling ;This type of scaling allows you to add more resources to an existing server to handle an increase in workload .That is why Vertical Scaling is often referred to as "scaling up". This can involve adding CPU, memory, storage , or network capacity to an existing virtual machine or physical server. Vertical Scaling has simpler architecture since there is only one server to manage. This often make deployment and management easier. The limitations of Vertical Scaling are there is limitations on how much you can scale on a single server and scaling up usually requires servers reboot or downtime which can impact availability.

(2) Horizontal Scaling ; This involves adding more VMS or removing VMS to accommodate the available workloads hence it is often called "scaling out or scaling in ". This method distributes the workload across multiple servers, enhancing the system's ability to handle higher traffic of loads and providing redundancy. Use cases of horizontal scaling involves web applications, microservices, big data processing , content delivery network(CDNs)

Steps and stages in setting up Microsoft Azure VMSS.

The following steps highlights the processes of setting up VMSS in Microsoft Azure Platform.

**(1) login Your Azure Porta ;*Login your Azure portal and click on create a "Resource Group" and name your resource group following the guidelines for nomenclature choose a region and click on create and review then create.

(2) Search For Virtual Machine Scale Set(VMSS) On The Search Bar; Search and click on create a Virtual Machine Scale Set.

(3) Configure Your VMSS ; Filled in your specification of the type of VMSS you want to create by completing the basics. In this blog, i choose autoscaling and it open up a window for me to configure my scaling conditions.

(4) Scale and Set VMMS Conditions ; Give your scale condition a name and set your scaling specifications.

(5) Save your conditions; Click save.

(6) Screw back and fill in other configurations; Fill in other configuration and choose Ubuntu and SSH port 22.

(7) Go Next To Networking; Configure next work interface.

**(8) Create a new Load Balancer if you do not have an existing ;

(9) Create The Load Balancer;

(10) Connect to your VMSS

(1) Vertical Scaling ;

STEPS IN DEPLOYING WINDOW 11 VM ON AZURE.

Collins Uwa — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 19:25:58 +0000

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction
Steps in creating a window 11 VM on Azure
Advantages of an Azure VM to organizations.

Introduction :

An Azure Virtual Machine(VM) is a scalable computing resource provided by Microsoft Azure that allows users to run applications and services in the cloud. Some key points about Azure VMs are :

a) Infrastructure as a Service(IaaS):
Azure VMs are part of Microsoft's IaaS offerings , giving users the

users the flexibility to deploy and manage virtualized instances
without the need for on-premises hardware.
b)Customizability: Azure VMs can be customized to fit specific needs
including CPU, memory, storage and networking configurations.
c)Scalability: Azure provides tools for scaling VMs up and down based
on demand, allowing for cost and efficiency and performance optima-
zation.
d)Deployment Options: VMs can be deployed using Azure's portal, comm-
and-line tools , or automation tools like Azure Resource Manager te-
mplates.
e)Uses: Common uses include hosting applications, databases, develo-
pment environments, and running complex computations or simulations.
f)Integration: Azure VMs integrate with other Azure services such as
Azure storage, Azure Virtual Networks, and Azure Active Directory.

STEPS BY STEPS DETAILS OF HOW TO DEPLOY AND CONNECT VM ON AZURE

Deploying and connecting a virtual Machine (VM) on Azure involves several
steps . For the purpose of this assignment I am going to create a VM named UWACO-VM.

Step 1: Sign in Azure Portal
create an Azure account in the Azure portal with email and a password and signed in.

Step 2: Create a Virtual Machine
a) Once the account is created with an active subscription, navigated to the left-hand menu and click on "Virtual Machines".

b) The basic Tab was open:
The basic open up to choose
. Subscription
. Resource Group Name which in this case i choose UWACOM-RG
. Virtual Machine Name : UWACO-VM
. Region was selected to : West Europe
. Availability options: No infrastructure redundancy required
. Security Type was set : Standard
. Image was set on : Window 11
. Choose size
. Create Administrative Username and Password to connect to the VM.

STEP 3: Disk
. Was left on default.

STEP 4: Networking
. Was left on default.

STEP 5: Management
. Was left on default.

STEP 6 : Monitoring
.Was left on default.

STEP 7: Advance
. Was left on default.

STEP 8 : Tags
.Was left on default.

STEP 9 : Review and Create
. Validation was passed.

STEP 10 : Create
.This initiated deployment.

STEP 10 : Deployment Completed

STEP 11: Click on go to Resource
. ThSis displayed the image below -

STEP 12: Connect
. This connect to the VM's ip address and information about the VM.

STEP 12 : The file was downloaded
. This leads to putting in password for UWACO
. A new window was opened meaning the process was successful and a VM running on Window 11 was created.

Understanding The Core Architectural Components Of Azure And Their Functionality In Providing An Overall Azure Cloud Solutions.

Collins Uwa — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 11:28:43 +0000

As businesses continues to shift from traditional on-premise internet service to cloud computing, Microsoft Azure stands out as a powerful versatile platform. Understanding the core architectural components of Azure is essential for leveraging its full potential. These components form the backbone of Azure's infrastructure, enabling efficient deployment , management, and scaling of application and services. Let's dive into the primary architectural components of Azure.

1****. Azure Regions and Availability Zones

Azure Regions, are geographically dispersed locations that house Azure's
data centres . Each region consists of multiple data centres to provide redundancy and ensure data sovereignty . Azure boasts over 60 regions worldwide, enabling customers to deploy application close to their users, reducing latency and meeting regulatory requirements.

Availability Zones , are locations within a region which are physically separated , and each has its own power supply , cooling and networking. They offer high availability by protecting applications and data from data centre failures . By deploying resources across multiple availability zones, users can achieve enhanced fault tolerance and business continuity.

2**** Azure Resources Manager(ARM)

The Azure Resources Manager(ARM) , is the deployment and management service for Azure. ARM, provides a unified interface to manage Azure resources through templates, the Azure portal, and APIs. It allows users to organise resources into resources groups , enabling easy management and billing . ARM templates, written in JSON , define the infrastructure and configuration , facilitating consistent and repeatable deployments.

3**** Virtual Machines (VMs)

Virtue Machines (VMs) , are essential compute resources in Azure. VMs offers the flexibility of virtualization, allowing users to run various operating systems and applications without purchasing and maintaining physical hardware. Azure VMs support a wide range of configurations , making them suitable for diverse workloads , from development and testing to running mission-critical applications.

4**** Azure Storage****

Azure Storage provides scalable , durable , and highly available cloud storage solutions. It includes several storage types tailored to different needs :

.**** Blob Storage ****:Ideal for storing unstructured data such as text
and binary data. It support massive data storage needs, making it

suitable for applications , backups and big data analytics.

.*File Storage*: Offers fully managed file shares accessible via
the server Message Block (SMB) protocol, providing a simple and secure
file storage.

.*Queue Storage*: Enables message queuing for large-scale
distributed applications, facilitating communication between components
of data.

.*Table Storage*: A NoSQL store for structured data, offering
high availability and scalability for applications requiring fast
access large amount of data.

5.Azure Networking ****

Azure Networking encompasses services that manage network infrastructure, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity.

. Virtual Network(VNet)****: Allows the creation of isolated networks in Azure, enabling users to securely connect Azure resources to each other and to on-premise networks.

.Azure Load Balancer****: Distributes incoming network traffic across multiple VMs, ensuring high availability and reliability of applications.

.Azure VPN Gateway****:Establishes secure connections between on-premises and Azure VNets .

.Azure DNS****: Provides domain name system services for managing DNS records and ensuring smooth traffic routing to Azure resources.S

6.Azure App Services ****
Azure App Services is platform-as-a-service(PaaS) Offering for building , deploying and scaling web application , RESTful APIs, and mobile backends. It supports multiple programming languages, including NET, Java, Ruby and Python. App Services offer built-in scaling , patching and continuous integration , simplifying the development and deployment process.

7.Azure Functions****

Azure Functions is a serverless computing service that allows developers to run small pieces of code(function) in response to events without managing infrastructure. Functions can be triggered by various events such HTTP requests, timers, or messages from other Azure services. This component is perfect for lightweight , event-driven tasks and microservices architectures.

8.Azure Kubernetes Service(AKS)****
AKS simplifies the deployment and management of Kubernetes, an open-sources container orchestration tool. AKS handles critical tasks such as health monitoring and maintenance , enabling developers to focus on building and deploying containerized applications. AKS provides scalability , flexibility and agility , essential for modern application development.

9.Azure SQL Database****
Azure SQL Database is a fully managed relational database service based on Microsoft SQL server. It offers high availability, scalability, and
security . Azure SQL Database automates maintenance tasks such as backups
and updates, freeing users to focus on application development rather than database management .

Azure Identity and Access Management ****

Azure Active Directory ( Azure AD) is the identity and access management service of Azure. It provides single sign-on (SSO) , multi-factor security.

Conclusion****

Azure's core architecture is a testament to its robustness, scalability, and flexibility . By leveraging a global network of data centres, comprehensive resources management , versatile compute and storage options, advanced networking capabilities and stringent security measures , Azure provides a reliable and efficient cloud platforms for businesses of all sizes. understanding this architecture helps organizations make informed decisions about migrating to and optimizing their use of Azure , ultimately driving innovation and growth in the cloud era.