AZ-204 Developing for Microsoft Azure Exam Prep - Copying Files with AzCopy

The video tutorial explains how to manage files using AZ Copy, a command-line tool for transferring files between storage accounts. It covers downloading and installing AZ Copy, configuring environment variables, and using PowerShell to execute file transfers. The tutorial emphasizes server-side copying to avoid local download and upload, saving time and bandwidth. It also discusses using access keys or SAS tokens for secure file transfers.

What is one of the main limitations of file manipulation at the portal level?

• Inability to view file properties

• No option to delete files

• Limited options for moving files between storage accounts

• Inability to upload files

What is the first step in installing AZ Copy?

• Downloading it from a search engine

• Setting up a storage account

• Logging into Azure

• Adding it to the system path

Why is it necessary to add AZ Copy to the system path?

• To increase download speed

• To enhance security

• To allow access from any command line interface

• To enable file uploads

What is the first parameter required when using the AZ Copy command?

• Destination

• Key

• Source

• Pattern

What is the purpose of using a SAS token in file transfers?

• To enable local file storage

• To reduce file size

• To provide secure access without using keys

• To increase transfer speed

What is the advantage of server-side copying?

• It increases file security

• It reduces the need for local storage

• It allows for faster uploads

• It avoids unnecessary data transfer costs

What happens when the Sync Copy parameter is used?

• The file is saved to the local system

• The file is deleted after copying

• The file is copied to local memory and then uploaded

• The file is encrypted during transfer