Web Hosting and Deployment with Azure Virtual Machines

When standard hosting platforms do not offer the flexibility your project requires, virtual machines provide the granular control needed for custom web environments. This course provides a clear path to understanding cloud infrastructure, enabling you to deploy, secure, and maintain your own web servers through written instruction. You will learn how to: - Understand core cloud infrastructure concepts and virtual machine architecture. - Deploy and configure Linux and Windows virtual machines tailored for web hosting. - Install and manage essential web server software to serve your content. - Implement network security rules and firewalls to protect your data and traffic. - Apply infrastructure-as-code basics to ensure repeatable and reliable setups. - Monitor server performance using modern observability and logging practices. The material begins with foundational definitions and planning strategies, followed by detailed written walkthroughs on server configuration and maintenance. This course is designed for beginners with no prior cloud experience who want to master the basics of server deployment. Take the first step toward managing your own cloud-based web infrastructure.