AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator Full Course - Azure File Sync - Introduction

The video tutorial explains Azure File Sync, a service that synchronizes files across geographies into a single Azure file share. It covers the deployment of Azure File Sync, its advantages for migration and data access, solutions for branch offices, and features like cloud tiering and file archiving. The tutorial also provides a step-by-step guide to setting up Azure File Sync, including necessary components like the Azure storage account and file share.

What is the primary purpose of Azure File Sync?

• To manage user access permissions in Azure

• To enhance the security of Azure file shares

• To sync files and folders from different file servers into a single Azure file share

• To provide a backup solution for Azure databases

Which of the following is a key advantage of using Azure File Sync?

• It allows for the creation of virtual machines

• It provides seamless integration with Linux servers

• It enables right access to the same data across Windows servers and Azure

• It offers a built-in email service

How does Azure File Sync assist in disaster recovery?

• By enabling automatic server shutdown during disasters

• By allowing immediate restoration of file metadata and data recall

• By providing a real-time data replication service

• By offering a built-in antivirus solution

What is cloud tiering in Azure File Sync?

• A method to cache frequently accessed files locally while tiering others to Azure

• A way to prioritize network traffic for Azure services

• A process of encrypting files before syncing

• A feature to automatically delete old files

When a user opens a tiered file, how does Azure File Sync handle it?

• It prompts the user to manually download the file

• It denies access until the file is fully synced

• It seamlessly recalls the file data from Azure without user awareness

• It downloads the entire file to the local server