In this guide, we’ll walk through creating and configuring an Ubuntu virtual machine (VM) in Azure, deploying an NGINX web server, and managing its network security rules using the Azure CLI. This tutorial uses placeholders like [resource group name] so you can substitute your specific resource group details. Step 1: Create a Resource Group The… Continue reading Deploying and Configuring an Ubuntu VM with NGINX in Azure
Designing a Resilient Multi-Region, Multi-Tier Application in Azure with Traffic Manager
Building applications with high availability and disaster recovery is essential for modern cloud-based workloads. A multi-region, multi-tier architecture in Azure ensures your applications can withstand regional outages while maintaining performance and reliability. This blog outlines: For deployment templates and automation, visit my GitHub Repo. Architecture Overview A multi-tier application is divided into: With a multi-region… Continue reading Designing a Resilient Multi-Region, Multi-Tier Application in Azure with Traffic Manager
Boost Your Azure Management with PowerShell: A Guide to Installing and Verifying Azure Cmdlets and PowerShell
Managing Azure resources efficiently requires powerful tools, and PowerShell is one of the best for the job. In this guide, I’ll walk you through installing and verifying the latest version of PowerShell, and then installing the Azure cmdlets to supercharge your Azure management capabilities. Step 1: Ensure You’re Using the Latest Version of PowerShell Using… Continue reading Boost Your Azure Management with PowerShell: A Guide to Installing and Verifying Azure Cmdlets and PowerShell
Snort No Longer Available in Kali Linux Repositories: Here’s How to Install It
As of a recent update, Snort, the renowned open-source intrusion detection and prevention system, is no longer available in the official repositories of Kali Linux. Snort has been a vital tool for network security professionals and penetration testers to detect and analyze network traffic for potential threats. This change may come as a surprise to… Continue reading Snort No Longer Available in Kali Linux Repositories: Here’s How to Install It
How to Create and Manage Network Security Groups in Azure
In the realm of Azure cloud computing, a solid grasp of Linux Bash and networking fundamentals is essential for several reasons. Firstly, Linux Bash commands are pivotal in managing and configuring virtual machines (VMs) within Azure, as many VMs in Azure are based on Linux distributions. Secondly, networking forms the backbone of any cloud infrastructure,… Continue reading How to Create and Manage Network Security Groups in Azure