Introduction Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) provide powerful cloud computing capabilities, enabling enterprises to run scalable workloads with ease. One of the recent features that significantly enhances operational flexibility and cost management is the ability to hibernate and resume VMs. This capability allows users to pause VM workloads, preserve the state, and restart later without going […]
Author: Shailesh Vaja
Shailesh Vaja is a seasoned IT professional with nearly 20 years of industry experience. He is recognized as an Azure Cloud Expert and holds Microsoft certifications. Currently located in Dubai, UAE, Shailesh serves as the Azure Practice Lead at Cobweb MENA. In this capacity, he collaborates closely with corporate and enterprise clients, leveraging his expertise to design and implement cutting-edge cloud solutions. Additionally, Shailesh Vaja plays an active role in conducting workshops on behalf of Microsoft, aimed at promoting the adoption and benefits of the Azure cloud among their valued customers.
Azure Storage Mover Explained: Migrate Files to Azure Blob and File Shares
Introduction Azure Storage Mover is a fully managed hybrid migration service that simplifies the process of transferring large-scale file shares and folders from on-premises environments to Azure Storage. It supports migration to both Azure Blob and Azure Files with minimal downtime, making it ideal for enterprises transitioning workloads to the cloud. Key Benefits Supported Migration […]
General Availability: Azure FXv2-Series Virtual Machines
Introduction May 2025, Microsoft has released the Azure FXv2-series VMs – compute-optimized instances featuring the 5th Gen Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8573C (Emerald Rapids) CPU – now generally available across a growing list of regions. Performance at a Glance The FXv2-series delivers: Who It’s For & Why It Matters Technical Deep Dive Feature Specifications vCPU / Memory Up […]
General Availability: Ephemeral OS Disk support for v6 Azure VMs
Why Ephemeral OS Disks Matter Ephemeral OS disks operate entirely on the VM’s local SSD—often NVMe—bypassing remote Azure Storage. This local placement delivers: Being non-persistent means they’re perfect when OS state can be regenerated on reboot. v6 VM Series Now Fully Supported As of May 27, GA support is live for NVMe‑backed Ephemeral OS disks […]
Azure Site Recovery Now Supports Trusted Launch VMs – Here’s What You Need to Know
Introduction As organizations strive to enhance their cloud security posture, Trusted Launch for Azure virtual machines (VMs) has become an essential part of their virtual infrastructure. Trusted Launch protects against rootkits, bootkits, and other sophisticated malware by enabling Secure Boot, vTPM (virtual Trusted Platform Module), and measured boot for Gen2 VMs. However, until recently, customers […]
General Availability – Azure Laosv4 Lasv4 and Lsv4 Storage‑Optimized VMs
What’s Now Generally Available? June 2025, Microsoft released three new Azure VM families under the storage‑optimized “L‑series v4” umbrella: Each boasts local NVMe SSD storage capacities up to 23 TB, major boosts in CPU, networking, remote storage performance, along with the introduction of Microsoft’s Azure Boost SSDs/Boost platform. Key Innovations with Azure Boost Breaking Down the […]
DCsv2-Series Azure VMs Retirement: What You Need to Know and How to Migrate
Microsoft Azure has announced the official retirement of DCsv2-series virtual machines (VMs) effective June 30, 2026. These VMs, which were built to support Intel SGX-based confidential computing workloads, will no longer be available for use after that date. If you are currently running workloads on DCsv2-series VMs, it’s essential to plan your migration strategy in […]
Choosing the Right Azure VM Series for Your Workload
With the wide range of Azure Virtual Machine (VM) series available, selecting the right one can feel overwhelming—especially when balancing performance needs against cost efficiency. Whether you’re deploying a scalable web app, building an AI model, or running SAP HANA, the right VM series can make or break your solution’s efficiency and ROI. This guide […]
AZ-900 Study Guide: Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals
The AZ-900: Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals exam is your gateway to understanding the world of Microsoft Azure.AZ-900 Study Guide: Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals Whether you’re just starting with cloud computing or you’re an IT professional eager to dive deeper into Azure’s offerings, this certification provides essential knowledge. You’ll learn about cloud concepts, core Azure services, pricing, governance, and security features, all of which are crucial for excelling in the cloud computing field.
The Ethics of AI: Addressing Bias, Accountability, and Transparency
Introduction By 2030, AI is projected to contribute $15.7 trillion to the global economy, revolutionizing industries from healthcare to finance. Yet, without ethical safeguards, this transformative technology risks deepening societal inequalities and eroding public trust. Ethical AI—grounded in fairness, accountability, transparency, and ethics (FATE)—is no longer optional; it’s a societal imperative. From biased hiring algorithms […]