• Get fundamental knowledge of cloud concepts and the Microsoft Azure platform • Explore practical exercises to gain experience of working with the Microsoft Azure platform in the real world • Prepare to achieve AZ-900 certification on the first go with the help of simplified examples covered in the book • Explore cloud computing with Azure cloud • Gain an understanding of the core Azure architectural components • Acquire knowledge of core services and management tools on Azure • Get up and running with security concepts, security operations, and protection from threats • Focus on identity, governance, privacy, and compliance features • Understand Azure cost management, SLAs, and service life cycles This Azure fundamentals book is both for those with technical backgrounds and non-technical backgrounds who want to learn and explore the field of cloud computing, especially with Azure. This book will also help anyone who wants to develop a good foundation for achieving advanced Azure certifications. There is no prerequisite for this book except a willingness to learn and explore cloud concepts and Microsoft Azure.