AZ-204 Developing for Microsoft Azure Exam Prep - Setting up Geo-Replication

The video tutorial covers SQL Server Management Studio, focusing on database scaling and Geo replication. It explains how to scale databases using pricing tiers and introduces Geo replication, highlighting its benefits for redundancy and failover. The tutorial provides a step-by-step guide to setting up Geo replication across different regions, discussing the associated costs and benefits, including improved performance and reduced data loss risk.

What is one of the main benefits of using SQL Server Management Studio for database scaling?

• It automatically backs up data every hour.

• It provides seamless transition between performance levels.

• It allows for manual data entry.

• It requires no internet connection.

What is a key advantage of Geo-replication in database management?

• It automatically upgrades the database software.

• It eliminates the need for server maintenance.

• It allows databases to be replicated across multiple regions.

• It reduces the need for database administrators.

What is required to set up a secondary server for Geo-replication?

• The existing server must be upgraded.

• A new database software must be installed.

• The primary server must be shut down.

• A new administrator user must be created.

How can Geo-replication help in case of a regional database failure?

• It sends an alert to all users.

• It allows for a manual or automatic failover to another region.

• It automatically deletes the failed database.

• It pauses all database operations until the issue is resolved.

What is a potential risk associated with Geo-replication?

• Increased data loss due to synchronization issues.

• Higher costs due to multiple server setups.

• Inability to access the database during replication.

• Reduced database performance.