Linux on Azure: Deploy and Administer Virtual Machines

Organizations worldwide rely on the cloud to power their Linux workloads, making cloud-based system administration a highly sought-after skill. If you want to transition your IT skills to the cloud or start your infrastructure journey, understanding virtual machine deployment is the perfect place to begin. This course guides you through the process of setting up and managing Linux environments on Azure. You will transition from understanding core cloud virtualization concepts to confidently deploying, configuring, and maintaining secure virtual machines. What you'll learn: - Understand core virtualization concepts and Azure cloud infrastructure basics - Deploy Linux virtual machines using the Azure Portal and command-line tools - Configure secure network access using Network Security Groups and SSH keys - Manage storage, disk volume initialization, and system updates on remote Linux hosts - Apply basic automation concepts to streamline VM provisioning and configuration - Monitor VM performance and set up basic alerts using cloud observability tools You will start with the fundamental terminology of cloud computing, virtual networks, and Linux distributions. From there, you will progress through step-by-step written explanations of provisioning, securing, and updating your cloud virtual machines. This course is designed for system administrators, aspiring cloud engineers, and IT beginners, with no prior Azure experience required. Start reading today to build your cloud infrastructure management skills.