Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions Az-700

Designing and implementing Microsoft Azure networking solutions requires a solid understanding of the various Azure networking services and features.

Microsoft Azure provides a range of networking services, including Virtual Networks, Load Balancers, and Application Gateways.

A key consideration when designing Azure networking solutions is the need for high availability and scalability.

With Azure, you can create Virtual Networks that span multiple Azure regions, enabling you to deploy applications that are resilient and highly available.

To ensure secure communication between Azure resources, you can use Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway, which provide features such as SSL offload and web application firewalling.

By leveraging these Azure networking services, you can build robust, scalable, and secure networking solutions that meet the needs of your business.

To become an Azure network engineer, you'll need to master Microsoft Azure Networking Fundamentals. This includes understanding hybrid networking, which involves connecting on-premises networks to Azure.

The AZ-700 exam focuses on designing and implementing Azure networking solutions, including hybrid networking, connectivity, routing, security, and private access to Azure services. You'll need to know how to apply this knowledge in your own network environments.

You'll learn about the five domains covered in the course: Design, Implement, and Manage Hybrid Networking; Design and Implement Core Networking Infrastructure; Design and Implement Routing; Secure and Monitor Networks; and Design and Implement Private Access to Azure Services.

To succeed in this course, it's recommended that you have either obtained the Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate certification or have a similar level of experience working with and configuring services within Azure.

Azure Networking Services are designed to help you manage and monitor your network resources. You can configure monitoring, network diagnostics, and logs in Azure Network Watcher to get a better understanding of your network's health.

Azure Network Watcher allows you to monitor and troubleshoot network health, while Azure Monitor Network Insights helps you monitor and troubleshoot networks. You can also activate and monitor distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) protection to safeguard your network.

Microsoft Defender for Cloud Secure Score evaluates network security recommendations, as do Microsoft Defender for Cloud Attack Path Analysis. This helps you identify potential security risks and take steps to address them. To get started, you can use Microsoft Defender for Cloud Security Explorer to identify network resources.

Here are some key Azure Networking Services to know:

You can also design and implement Azure Load Balancer and Azure Traffic Manager to manage traffic and ensure high availability. This involves mapping requirements to features and capabilities of Azure Load Balancer, identifying appropriate use cases, and choosing the right SKU and tier.

Network security and monitoring are crucial components of Azure networking. To implement and manage network security groups, you'll need to create and configure NSG rules, which can take up to 30 minutes.

Azure Network Watcher allows you to configure monitoring, network diagnostics, and logs, as well as monitor and troubleshoot network health. This feature is essential for identifying and resolving network issues. Network Watcher also includes features like Traffic Analytics and Connection Monitor.

To monitor networks, you can use Azure Monitor Network Insights, which provides a comprehensive view of your network resources and performance. Additionally, Azure Monitor Network Insights allows you to troubleshoot network issues and identify potential security threats.

Here's a summary of key network security and monitoring features in Azure:

Network Security Services are a crucial part of any network security strategy. They help protect your network from unauthorized access and malicious activity.

Implementing and managing network security groups (NSGs) is a key aspect of Network Security Services. According to Example 1, this process can take around 3 hours and 5 minutes to complete, including a 14-minute video on Azure Network Security Concepts.

NSGs can be used to restrict access to Azure Virtual Network resources, as demonstrated in the 45-minute video "Restricting Access to Azure Virtual Network Resources" from Example 1. This is an important step in securing your network.

To create a network security group, you'll need to follow the steps outlined in Example 2, which includes creating a network security group (NSG) and associating it with a resource. You'll also need to create and configure NSG rules.

Application Security Groups (ASGs) are another important tool in Network Security Services. They allow you to group resources based on their application or service, and can be used to restrict access to those resources. According to Example 1, creating an ASG for two web servers in Azure can take around 30 minutes.

Here are some key steps to follow when implementing Network Security Services:

By following these steps and using the right tools and techniques, you can help protect your network from threats and ensure the security of your data.

Network monitoring is a crucial aspect of network security. It allows you to keep an eye on your network's health and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.

You can configure monitoring, network diagnostics, and logs in Azure Network Watcher, which takes around 50 seconds to introduce, but we'll get to that in a minute.

To monitor and troubleshoot network health, you can use Azure Network Watcher, which takes about 5 minutes and 51 seconds to cover. You can also use Azure Monitor Network Insights to monitor and troubleshoot networks, which takes around 16 minutes and 13 seconds.

Azure Network Watcher offers a range of features, including traffic analytics and connection monitoring. Configuring traffic analytics takes around 12 minutes and 39 seconds, while configuring connection monitor takes around 14 minutes and 36 seconds.

Here are some specific tasks you can perform with Azure Network Watcher:

By monitoring your network regularly, you can identify potential security threats and take proactive measures to prevent them.

Azure networking is a complex topic, but understanding Virtual Network and Connectivity can be a game-changer for your cloud infrastructure.

To set up cross-VNet connectivity, you'll need to design and implement it, which can take around 1 hour and 39 minutes. This involves Azure Network Peering Concepts, Enabling Traffic Across Multiple Networks, and Hub and Spoke Network Topology.

One key concept to grasp is that VNet peering allows you to connect multiple virtual networks, enabling communication between them. This is especially useful for hub and spoke network topologies.

Azure Virtual Network NAT is another crucial aspect of Virtual Network and Connectivity. It allows you to enable outbound internet access for your virtual network, while keeping your internal IP addresses hidden from the public internet. Implementing Azure Virtual Network NAT can take around 1 hour and 20 minutes.

To implement VNet routing, you'll need to design and implement user-defined routes (UDRs), associate a route table with a subnet, and configure forced tunneling. This can take around 1 hour and 32 minutes.

In addition to these topics, you'll also want to consider VNet integration for dedicated PaaS services, such as App Service and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). This can be configured in around 34 minutes.

Here are some key concepts to keep in mind when designing and implementing Virtual Network and Connectivity:

* ConceptDescriptionVNet peeringAllows you to connect multiple virtual networks, enabling communication between themAzure Virtual Network NATEnables outbound internet access for your virtual network while keeping internal IP addresses hiddenUser-defined routes (UDRs)Allow you to define custom routes for your virtual network

By understanding these concepts and implementing them correctly, you can create a robust and scalable Virtual Network and Connectivity solution for your Azure infrastructure.

To design an Azure Virtual WAN architecture, you'll need to select a Virtual WAN SKU and design the architecture, including selecting types and services. This is a crucial step in setting up a reliable and efficient network.

When designing your Virtual WAN, you'll also need to create a hub in Virtual WAN and choose an appropriate scale unit for each gateway type. This will ensure that your network can handle the demands of your organization.

Here are the key skills measured in Azure Networking AZ-700:

In terms of the breakdown of skills, you can expect to spend around 25-30% of your time on designing and implementing core networking infrastructure, and around 15-20% on designing and implementing Azure network security services.

To design a robust Azure Virtual WAN architecture, you need to select a Virtual WAN SKU that suits your needs. This will determine the scalability and performance of your WAN.

When choosing a Virtual WAN SKU, consider the number of gateways and connections you plan to have. A well-planned architecture is crucial for a successful Virtual WAN deployment.

A Virtual WAN architecture should include selecting types and services that meet your organization's requirements. This may involve choosing between different types of gateways, such as VPN and ExpressRoute.

Here are some key components to consider when designing your Virtual WAN architecture:

Creating a hub in Virtual WAN is a critical step in your architecture. This hub will serve as the central point for all your gateways and connections.

To create a hub, you need to deploy a gateway into the Virtual WAN hub. This will enable you to configure virtual hub routing and integrate the hub with a third-party NVA for cloud connectivity.

To design a robust Azure networking architecture, you need to master specific skills. These skills are outlined in the Skills Measured section.

Designing and implementing core networking infrastructure is a crucial skill, which involves setting up the foundation of your network.

Designing, implementing, and managing connectivity services is another essential skill, accounting for 20-25% of the overall assessment.

Designing and implementing application delivery services is also a key skill, making up 15-20% of the evaluation.

You'll need to secure network connectivity to Azure resources, which involves designing and implementing private access to Azure services.

Here are the specific skills measured in Azure networking architecture and services:

As part of the continuous improvement of Azure's networking architecture and services, Microsoft regularly updates the skills measured for professionals working with these technologies. In fact, there have been significant changes to the skills measured since October 25, 2024.

The change log provides a clear summary of these updates, allowing professionals to understand what they need to focus on. The table below highlights the changes to the skills measured in the Azure networking architecture and services.

It's worth noting that while some skills have remained unchanged, others have seen significant updates, particularly in the area of implementing and managing network security groups.

To prepare for the Azure Networking AZ-700 exam, it's essential to get hands-on experience before taking the exam. We recommend training and getting familiar with the resources available.

You can choose from self-paced learning paths and modules or take an instructor-led course to get trained. This will help you understand the concepts and apply them practically.

Azure documentation is a great resource to find detailed information on various networking topics. You can access it through the study resources provided. Some of the key topics covered include Virtual Private Networking (VPN), Microsoft Entra ID documentation, and RADIUS authentication with Azure Active Directory.

To get started, you can follow these steps:

Here are some key study resources to keep in mind: