Overview
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Organizations are actively investing in cloud technology, recognizing its potential to drive innovation, disrupt markets, and improve customer retention, ultimately providing a competitive edge in the industry.1 Prepare for a new career in this high-demand field with professional training from Microsoft — an industry-recognized leader in cloud computing technology.
Cloud computing has emerged as one of the most lucrative and sought-after career paths in the IT industry. It is predicted that by 2028, cloud computing will shift from being a technology disruptor to becoming a necessary component for maintaining business competitiveness.2
Through a mix of videos, assessments, and hands-on activities, you’ll develop a strong foundation in IT and cloud support fundamentals. You will gain experience in cloud-born applications using Azure's services and infrastructure to master the art of managing cloud technologies. As an IT professional, you will also explore non-cloud-born applications in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, learning how to make modifications and fully utilize cloud-native features.
When you graduate, you’ll have tangible examples to talk about in job interviews, and you’ll also be prepared to take the Exam AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals.
1 Gartner Says Cloud Will Become a Business Necessity by 2028. (2023, November 29).
Syllabus
Course 1: Introduction to Computers
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
Course 2: Introduction to Secure Networking
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Course 3: Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup
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Course 4: Cybersecurity and Privacy
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
Course 5: The Microsoft 365 Ecosystem
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course, you'll explore Microsoft 365's Ecosystem, including Office applications, collaboration tools, and ... Enroll for free.
Course 6: Technical Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Techniques
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
Course 7: Cloud Computing Essentials with Azure Management
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course you’ll cover the fundamentals of cloud computing, exploring key concepts, Azure services, and ... Enroll for free.
Course 8: Azure Cloud Services
- Offered by Microsoft. This course is designed to help you gain insights into the fundamentals of cloud computing, understanding its ... Enroll for free.
Course 9: Azure Identity and Networking Essentials
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course, you will explore Microsoft Entra ID and its role in the Azure environment. Learn to troubleshoot ... Enroll for free.
Course 10: Azure Network Configuration
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course, you’ll navigate the complexities of network configuration in the Azure landscape. You’ll learn to ... Enroll for free.
Course 11: Azure Monitoring and Analytics Fundamentals
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course, you’ll explore the fundamentals of Azure Monitoring and Analytics. You’ll gain an in-depth ... Enroll for free.
Course 12: Azure Backup, Security, and Compliance Administration
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
Course 2: Introduction to Secure Networking
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
Course 3: Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
Course 4: Cybersecurity and Privacy
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
Course 5: The Microsoft 365 Ecosystem
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course, you'll explore Microsoft 365's Ecosystem, including Office applications, collaboration tools, and ... Enroll for free.
Course 6: Technical Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Techniques
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
Course 7: Cloud Computing Essentials with Azure Management
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course you’ll cover the fundamentals of cloud computing, exploring key concepts, Azure services, and ... Enroll for free.
Course 8: Azure Cloud Services
- Offered by Microsoft. This course is designed to help you gain insights into the fundamentals of cloud computing, understanding its ... Enroll for free.
Course 9: Azure Identity and Networking Essentials
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course, you will explore Microsoft Entra ID and its role in the Azure environment. Learn to troubleshoot ... Enroll for free.
Course 10: Azure Network Configuration
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course, you’ll navigate the complexities of network configuration in the Azure landscape. You’ll learn to ... Enroll for free.
Course 11: Azure Monitoring and Analytics Fundamentals
- Offered by Microsoft. In this course, you’ll explore the fundamentals of Azure Monitoring and Analytics. You’ll gain an in-depth ... Enroll for free.
Course 12: Azure Backup, Security, and Compliance Administration
- Offered by Microsoft. This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent ... Enroll for free.
Courses
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In this course, you will explore Microsoft Entra ID and its role in the Azure environment. Learn to troubleshoot Microsoft Entra ID-related issues efficiently, ensuring seamless operations within Azure. Dive into the realm of identity and access management (IAM) in Azure, gaining practical insights into implementation strategies. Explore the creation and management of virtual networks in Azure and master the art of configuring network security groups (NSGs) to elevate security measures and safeguard your Azure environments. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Describe Microsoft Entra ID and its role in Azure. • Troubleshoot Entra ID-related issues efficiently. • Implement identity and access management (IAM) in Azure. • Create and manage virtual networks in Azure. • Configure network security groups (NSGs) for enhanced security. This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft AZ-900 exam. By passing the AZ-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification. This is a beginner-level course aimed at aspiring IT professionals looking to build a career in cloud support. To be successful in this course, you do not need an existing IT background, but you should have a fundamental understanding of cloud computing, the Microsoft Azure platform, virtual machines, and network traffic principles.
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This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in this field. In this course, you’ll explore the fundamentals of implementing cybersecurity concepts to ensure user data privacy. Topics include the implementation of password management across various applications, including operating systems, browsers, and mobile devices. In this course, you will also delve into virtual private networks (VPNs) and how they can enhance security as well as network optimization. Addressing security considerations in diverse computing environments, including on-premises and cloud infrastructures, is also a key focus of the course. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: - Apply strategies for digital security and privacy management - Evaluate and implement cybersecurity measures - Describe elements of various computing environments This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft MS-900 exam. By passing the MS-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification.
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This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the field of IT support. In this course, you’ll cover the basics of computer networking, including the TCP/IP and OSI models. You'll learn how different network layers and devices work together. You'll also explore common network infrastructure and monitoring techniques as well as the physical and data link layers in more detail. By the end of the course, you'll have an overview of important components for an IT Support Specialist focused on maintaining the security of corporate networks. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Identify the main concepts of networking. • Explain common network infrastructure and monitoring techniques. • Describe network security components, approaches, and mitigation strategies. This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft MS-900 exam. By passing the MS-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification.
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This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in this field. In this course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of Azure backup strategies, security protocols, and compliance administration. You'll explore configuring backups for files, folders, and virtual machines, implementing automatic updates, ensuring compliance in Azure cloud environments, and formulating robust backup and disaster recovery plans using Azure services. After completing this course, you will be able to: - Implement effective backup strategies for both files and folders, as well as virtual machines in Azure - Configure and manage automatic updates for virtual machines - Implement and enforce compliance policies in the Azure cloud environment - Monitor and audit Azure resources for compliance - Develop comprehensive backup and disaster recovery plans using Azure services, including Azure Site Recovery In the final module, you will have access to resources to help you prepare for the Microsoft Exam AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals. You will complete a practice exam assessment to ensure your readiness to take the AZ-900 exam.
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This course is designed to help you gain insights into the fundamentals of cloud computing, understanding its advantages and the strategic selection of Microsoft Azure solutions for diverse business scenarios. Delve into the intricacies of Azure Compute, covering Virtual Machines, App Service, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Learn troubleshooting techniques specific to operating systems on Azure Virtual Machines, ensuring smooth operation in practical scenarios. Explore the realm of Azure Networking, encompassing Virtual Networks, Load Balancing, and Routes. Develop a solid understanding of Azure Security, including Identity and Access Management (IAM), Virtual Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Microsoft Sentinel, to enhance your knowledge of safeguarding Azure environments. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Describe Azure Compute, including Virtual Machines, App Service, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). • Describe Azure Networking, encompassing Virtual Networks, Load Balancing, and Routes. • Describe Azure Security, including Identity and Access Management (IAM), Virtual Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Microsoft Sentinel. • Apply robust solutions to deploy and manage Virtual Machines to meet project requirements efficiently. • Apply best practices for securing Virtual Networks and Machines. • Apply troubleshooting techniques for operating systems on Azure Virtual Machines. • Apply scaling strategies to ensure optimal performance. • Use key Azure networking features, including Virtual Networks, Load Balancing, NSGs, and Azure Sentinel, for enhanced management and security of Azure resources. This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft AZ-900 exam. By passing the AZ-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification.
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In this course, you’ll explore the fundamentals of Azure Monitoring and Analytics. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the key features offered by Azure Monitor, setting the stage for proficient resource management. Learn to configure basic monitoring in Azure, enabling proactive measures to ensure optimal resource performance. Dive into the intricacies of setting up and managing alerts based on diverse conditions and thresholds, ensuring a timely response to critical situations. Delve further into advanced monitoring techniques, exploring the power of Log Analytics and custom dashboards. Equip yourself with the skills needed for effective troubleshooting and system performance optimization. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Identify and discuss the key features of Azure Monitor. • Configure basic monitoring in Azure for proactive resource management. • Set up and manage alerts based on various conditions and thresholds to ensure timely response. • Utilize advanced monitoring techniques, including Log Analytics and custom dashboards, for troubleshooting and optimizing system performance. This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft AZ-900 exam. By passing the AZ-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification. This is a beginner-level course aimed at aspiring IT professionals looking to build a career in cloud support. To be successful in this course, you do not need an existing IT background, but you should have a fundamental understanding of cloud computing, the Microsoft Azure platform, virtual machines, and network traffic principles.
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In this course, you’ll navigate the complexities of network configuration in the Azure landscape. You’ll learn to fine-tune load balancers for optimal resource distribution and experience implementing and managing diverse Azure Storage accounts. You'll explore how to secure Azure Storage configurations, discover the art of configuring virtual machines to align with specific workload requirements and acquire troubleshooting skills to effectively address virtual network issues. Ultimately, you will learn how to implement best practices for creating and managing virtual networks, ensuring efficiency and reliability in your Azure environment. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Configure load balancers in Azure for optimal resource distribution • Implement and manage various types of Azure Storage accounts • Configure Azure Storage security • Configure virtual machines to meet specific workload requirements • Implement best practices for creating and managing virtual networks This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft AZ-900 Exam. By passing the AZ-900 Exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification.
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In this course you’ll cover the fundamentals of cloud computing, exploring key concepts, Azure services, and management tools. You’ll engage in hands-on projects, applying your knowledge to optimize resources using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Azure Policy, and Azure Monitor. You’ll also gain practical insights into automated deployment, governance, and resource optimization within the Azure ecosystem. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Discuss the basics and benefits of cloud computing. • Describe various cloud computing models and their applications. • Describe core Azure services, their features, and applications. • Discuss advanced features and capabilities of Azure services. • Implement comprehensive monitoring with Azure Monitor. This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft AZ-900 exam. By passing the AZ-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification.
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This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the field of IT support. In this course, you'll explore key aspects of IT security and data management. You'll cover secure software setup, advanced hardware configurations, and effective strategies for data backup and recovery. This course equips you with essential skills to safeguard digital environments and manage data backups effectively, addressing vital needs in today's tech-driven landscape. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Implement secure software configurations • Implement secure hardware configurations • Develop robust data backup and recovery strategies This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft MS-900 exam. By passing the MS-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification.
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This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the field of IT support. In this course, you’ll explore computer systems and the security threats that computer users have to deal with. You'll learn about key components like the CPU, memory, storage, and peripherals. You’ll cover how these components interact with the operating system, including CPU processes, memory management, and the role of device drivers. Finally, you’ll explore essential concepts defining hardware and software relationships for a comprehensive understanding of system functionality. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Identify the key components of a computer system, encompassing hardware elements such as CPU, memory, storage devices, input/output devices, and peripherals. • Describe the interaction between computer system components and the operating system, including how the CPU processes instructions, memory management, and the role of device drivers. • Discuss the essential concepts that define the relationship between security, hardware and software, fostering a comprehensive understanding of system functionality. This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft MS-900 exam. By passing the MS-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification.
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This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in this field. In this course, you’ll consolidate your learning into action using a number of troubleshooting approaches. You’ll learn about troubleshooting issues relating to both hardware and software, as well as system-related issues across multiple operating systems. You’ll examine diagnostic tools to combat networking issues as well as system performance. Your skills are then showcased in the capstone project, where you will engage with a real-world scenario. You'll be provided with multiple diagnostic outputs and will be tasked with identifying the issue and recommending a solution. You'll also be required to document and communicate the troubleshooting process and outcome. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Apply a systematic approach to diagnose technical issues across different hardware and software environments • Implement troubleshooting skills to resolve problems effectively • Utilize diagnostic tools and techniques for problem resolution This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft MS-900 exam. By passing the MS-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification.
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In this course, you'll explore Microsoft 365's Ecosystem, including Office applications, collaboration tools, and cloud-based services. You’ll analyze how Microsoft 365 applications seamlessly integrate to enhance business productivity and security, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of their interconnected roles. Take this opportunity to delve into Microsoft 365's automation tools, and discover how to utilize them to streamline workflows and boost overall efficiency. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Explain the components and services within Microsoft 365, including Office applications, collaboration tools, and cloud-based services. • Explain the integration between Microsoft 365 applications and their role in business productivity and security. • Describe M365 tools available for automation. This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft MS-900 exam. By passing the MS-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification. This course is for beginners, but you should have a basic familiarity with using and navigating a Windows or macOS environment and a fundamental understanding of computer software applications. As you'll be directed to install the Microsoft 365 Personal package, your computer must meet certain hardware specifications to run the associated applications properly: For PC: • Windows 10 or 11 • 1.6 GHz or faster, 2-core processor or higher. • 4GB RAM • 4GB of available hard disk space • DirectX 10 graphics card • 1280 x 768 screen resolution or higher For Mac: • The three most recent versions of macOS • Intel processor or Apple Silicon chip • 4GB RAM • 10 GB of available disk space, HFS+ hard disk format (also known as macOS Extended) or APFS. • 1280 x 768 screen resolution or higher
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