Create an Azure Storage Account

Azure Storage is a cloud-based storage solution that allows users to store and access data from across the globe. It provides different types of storage options that cater to different requirements, such as block, file, queue, and table storage. This lesson will walk you through the process of creating an Azure Storage account using Azure CLI and explain the different types of storage accounts available and how to use them for storing files.

Storage accounts in Azure

Azure provides various storage options for storing different types of data. These options differ in terms of their features, performance, and pricing. Some of the different storage options available in Azure are as follows:

1. Blob Storage: This is a fully managed, scalable cloud storage solution for unstructured data. It allows users to store and access large amounts of data, including documents, images, videos, and logs. Blob Storage is priced based on the amount of data stored, the number of transactions made, and the amount of data transferred in and out of the storage account.

2. File Storage: This is a fully managed file-sharing solution for enterprise applications. It allows users to share files across multiple machines and applications, including Windows, Linux, and macOS. File Storage is priced based on the amount of data stored and the number of transactions made.

3. Queue Storage: This is a fully managed messaging solution for asynchronous communication between different components of an application. It can be used to send and receive messages between different components of an application, including web applications, worker roles, and mobile devices. Queue Storage is priced based on the number of transactions made.

4. Table Storage: This is a fully managed NoSQL database solution for structured data. Users can store and query large amounts of structured data, including customer data, product catalogs, and sensor data. Table Storage is priced based on the amount of data stored and the number of transactions made.

5. Disk Storage: This is a fully managed solution for attaching persistent disks to virtual machines. It’s used to store and access data on disks attached to virtual machines running in Azure. Disk Storage is priced based on the amount of data stored and the number of transactions made.

6. Archive Storage: This is a low-cost, fully managed storage solution for rarely accessed data. It can be used to store large amounts of data that are not frequently accessed, including backups, archives, and historical data. Archive Storage is priced based on the amount of data stored, the number of transactions made, and the amount of data transferred in and out of the storage account.