Azure Networking and Storage Lab

Overview

This project demonstrates hands-on implementation of Microsoft Azure core services including networking, virtual machines, storage, and security management. It simulates a real-world cloud infrastructure environment where compute, networking, and storage resources are deployed and managed together.

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Project Objectives

• Create and manage Azure Virtual Networks and subnets
• Configure Network Security Groups (NSG) and security rules
• Deploy and manage Virtual Machines
• Perform VM scaling, tagging, and governance
• Work with Azure Storage services (containers, file shares, disks)
• Manage access keys and SAS tokens
• Apply cost and security best practices

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Networking

Virtual Network & Subnet Configuration


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Network Security (NSG)

NSG Configuration & Rules


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Virtual Machines

VM Management

VM Lock

VM Lock

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Storage Services

Access Keys

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SAS Tokens

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Resource Groups

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Auto Shutdown

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Skills Demonstrated

• Azure Virtual Networking (VNets, Subnets, IP configuration)
• Network Security Groups (NSG)
• Virtual Machine lifecycle management
• Azure Storage services
• Shared Access Signatures (SAS)
• Access key management
• Resource tagging and governance
• Cost optimization (auto shutdown, VM resizing)

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Summary

This project demonstrates practical experience in designing and managing Azure cloud infrastructure. It covers core services including networking, compute, storage, and security, reflecting real-world cloud engineering and DevOps practices.