Introduction
Containers and virtual machines are both forms of virtualization, but there are some key differences between them.
To provide context, let's consider a scenario: You're an Azure Administrator responsible for deploying and managing applications in a cloud environment. Your organization is looking for a solution that offers fast startup times, easy management, and the ability to run applications in isolated containers. You want to understand the benefits of using Azure Container Instances and how it compares to virtual machines.
In this module, you learn when to use Azure Container Instances instead of virtual machines. You also get an overview of features and use cases.
The goal of this module is to introduce you to Azure Container Instances.
Learning objectives
In this module, you learn how to:
- Identify when to use containers versus virtual machines.
- Identify the features and usage cases of Azure Container Instances.
- Implement Azure container groups.
Skills measured
The content in the module helps you prepare for Exam AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator.
Prerequisites
- Working knowledge of containerization concepts and terminology.
- Familiarity with cloud computing and experience with the Azure portal.