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Description In the ever-evolving landscape of Cloud technology, every project demands a robust, high-performance, scalable and secure foundation. Whether you're deploying traditional Virtual Machines or pioneering modern Artificial Intelligence solutions, a well designed Azure Networking infrastructure is critical for success.This book simplifies complex concepts, empowering you to architect reliable and efficient network solutions within the Azure cloud. It takes you from the fundamentals of Azure networking, including VNets, NSGs, and hub-and-spoke models, to advanced topics like Virtual WAN, ExpressRoute, and SD-WAN integration using Route Server. It meticulously covers essential design considerations, security best practices with Azure Firewall, service tags, AVNM security rules and ZTNA, and explores multi-cloud strategies. You will learn how to implement effective DNS with Private Resolver and PaaS networking using Private Link, and master application delivery with load balancing and Front Door. Furthermore, this book equips you with the knowledge to utilize Azure's monitoring tools like Network Watcher and traffic analytics, and prepares you to manage and troubleshoot complex networks effectively.By the end of this book, you will possess the practical skills and in-depth knowledge to confidently design, deploy, and manage Azure networks, positioning yourself as a proficient Azure networking professional. What you will learn? Connect your on-site networks to Azure using ExpressRoute and VPN.? Set up secure Azure networks with firewalls and network security rules.? Build faster, reliable cloud networks with SD-WAN and Virtual WAN.? Make your apps work better with Azure's application delivery tools.? Discover the benefits and caveats of different topologies.? Keep your cloud data safe and secure your Azure footprint with network security.? Monitor your Azure network to spot and fix problems quickly.? Imple