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Your company has a project in Azure DevOps for a new application. The application will be deployed to several Azure virtual machines that run Windows Server 2022. You need to recommend a deployment strategy for the virtual machines. The strategy must meet the following requirements:
* Ensure that the virtual machines maintain a consistent configuration.
* Minimize administrative effort to configure the virtual machines.
What should you include in the recommendation?
Suggested Answer: C
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32 comments · newest first
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Helaine
11 months ago
C is good, but I still prefer A for less admin hassle.
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Phyliss
11 months ago
B could work too, but it might require more setup.
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Tammy
11 months ago
Wait, what's the PowerShell DSC extension? Sounds complicated.
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Lanie
12 months ago
Totally agree, Azure Resource Manager templates are solid!
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Lindsey
12 months ago
I think A is the best choice for consistent configuration.
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Dominic
1 year ago
I’m leaning towards option B, but I’m not confident. I thought deployment groups were more about managing pipelines than VM configurations.
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Nichelle
1 year ago
I practiced a similar question, and I feel like the PowerShell DSC in option A could really help minimize admin effort.
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Billye
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about the Custom Script Extension in option C being useful for setting up VMs.
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Keith
1 year ago
I think option A sounds right because it mentions Azure Resource Manager templates, which we learned are great for consistent configurations.
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Ty
1 year ago
Ooh, this is a tricky one. I like the idea of using ARM templates (option A or C) to define the VM configuration, but I'm not sure if the DSC or Custom Script Extension would be better. And the pipeline options (B and D) also seem promising for automating the deployment. I think I'd need to do a bit more research on the pros and cons of each approach to make a confident recommendation.
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Vallie
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The requirements mention maintaining consistent configuration, so I'm thinking maybe the Custom Script Extension (option C) could also work since it allows you to run scripts to configure the VMs. But I'm not sure if that would be more or less effort than the DSC approach.
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Marta
1 year ago
This looks like a pretty straightforward question. I think the key is to focus on the requirements - maintaining consistent configuration and minimizing administrative effort. Option A with Azure Resource Manager templates and PowerShell DSC seems like the best approach to meet those needs.
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Nana
1 year ago
I'm leaning towards option B with the deployment YAML and pipeline deployment groups. That way you can define the VM configuration in code and have the pipeline handle the deployment, which could help minimize the admin effort. But I'm not super familiar with that approach, so I'd want to do some research to make sure it meets all the requirements.
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Lorenza
1 year ago
This looks like a straightforward question on the auditor's responsibilities for communicating internal control deficiencies. I'll carefully review the answer choices and select the one that best matches the requirements.
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Casie
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know HTML is used for web pages, but I'm not sure if it can be used to run programs on the client side. I'll have to think this through a bit more.
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Doyle
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not too familiar with the different node types in DataWorks. I'll need to think this through carefully.
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Gearldine
2 years ago
That's another valid option, but DSC provides a more declarative approach for configuration management.
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Franklyn
2 years ago
I think Option B with Deployment YAML and Azure pipeline deployment groups could also be a good choice.
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Sherman
2 years ago
I see your point, but I think using DSC would be more efficient in the long run.
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Viola
2 years ago
But what about Option C? Custom Script Extension for Windows could also work, right?
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Gearldine
3 years ago
I agree. Using Azure Resource Manager templates and PowerShell DSC will help maintain consistent configuration.
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Sherman
3 years ago
I think we should go with Option A.
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Rene
3 years ago
You make a good point. DSC is more battle-tested than the Custom Script Extension. Plus, with the PowerShell integration, you can really dial in the configuration management. I'm sold on A as well.
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Rutha
3 years ago
Hmm, I'm not so sure about C. The Custom Script Extension can be a bit finicky, and it might not give you the level of consistency you need. I'd probably go with A - the PowerShell DSC extension is a more robust solution for automating the VM configuration.
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Judy
3 years ago
I agree, those seem like the most relevant options. With A, you get the benefits of ARM templates for consistent config, plus the PowerShell DSC extension to automate the setup. C is also a good choice, using ARM templates and the Custom Script Extension.
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Eleni
3 years ago
I think A is the way to go, combining ARM templates with PowerShell DSC is a powerful combination.
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Carylon
3 years ago
Yep, using ARM templates with either DSC or custom scripts can really streamline the deployment process.
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Letha
3 years ago
A) Azure Resource Manager templates and the PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC) extension for Windows definitely seem like the best choice.
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Reena
3 years ago
Agreed, both options A and C provide a good way to ensure consistent configuration and automate setup.
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Jonell
3 years ago
C) Azure Resource Manager templates and the Custom Script Extension for Windows
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Ettie
3 years ago
A) Azure Resource Manager templates and the PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC) extension for Windows
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Oneida
3 years ago
This question is really testing our understanding of Azure DevOps deployment strategies. I think the key here is to ensure consistent configuration and minimize admin effort, so I'm leaning towards either A or C.