This session will examine the critical facets beyond the mere provision of the SQL VM, and look at the characteristics and considerations for tuning, optimizing, and the key indicators for monitoring performance.
Windows Azure Virtual Machines is a robust infrastructure for SQL Server, providing the full benefits of infrastructure-as-a-service offering in Microsoft data centers. SQL Server in a Windows Azure Virtual Machine enables both low overall TCO and an efficient platform for enterprise level workloads. This session will examine the critical facets beyond the mere provision of the SQL VM, and look at the characteristics and considerations for tuning, optimizing, and the key indicators for monitoring performance. We'll look at special consideration for High-Availability and Disaster Recovery, and pay a little special attention to scalability.
You will learn:
- Windows Azure Virtual Machine overview, discussing topics including durability and benefits of running in Windows Azure
- Best practices for performance tuning, optimizing, and monitoring SQL Server running in a virtual machine in the cloud
- High availability and Disaster Recovery scenarios leveraged by your on-premises environment