AZ-204 Developing for Microsoft Azure Exam Prep - Creating a Content Delivery Network (CDN) Profile

The video tutorial discusses Redis as a backend cache, explaining its role in improving application performance without the end user noticing. It then introduces front end caching using a CDN, highlighting its benefits in reducing server load and improving content delivery speed. The tutorial covers the setup of a CDN, its components, and the global nature of the service. It compares CDN providers within Azure, including Verizon, Akamai, and Microsoft, focusing on pricing and features. Finally, it guides viewers on choosing a CDN provider based on specific needs and features.

What is the primary role of Redis in an application?

• To handle database migrations

• To store and retrieve data efficiently

• To serve as a front-end cache

• To manage user authentication

How does a CDN improve the performance of a website?

• By reducing the number of server requests

• By storing static files closer to the end user

• By compressing all website data

• By increasing the server's processing power

Which of the following is NOT a feature offered by Microsoft's CDN?

• Basic analytics package

• Custom domains

• Geographical filtering

• Content preloading

What is a unique feature of Verizon's premium CDN edition?

• Media optimization

• Advanced mobile device analytics

• Content compression

• Custom domain support

Which CDN provider does not support custom domains but offers media optimization?

• Amazon

• Akamai

• Verizon

• Microsoft