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AZ-900Chapter 105 of 138Objective 2.1

Azure Backup Service

This chapter covers Azure Backup. AZ-900 tests under 2.1.

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Beginner
Updated Aug 20, 2026
Editorial oversight: Johnson Ajibi· Security Systems Architect · MSc IT Security · IEEE Senior Member

A simple way to picture Azure Backup Service

A Backup Tape

Businesses keep backup tapes in case data is lost. Azure Backup automates this: periodic backups stored in Azure, recoverable if data is lost or corrupted.

How It Actually Works

Backup automates periodic backups of on-premises and Azure resources, storing them securely in Azure. Backups are available for restore if needed.

Walk-Through

1

Create a vault

A Recovery Services vault is created.

2

Configure backup

Backup policies define frequency and retention.

3

Backups run automatically

Scheduled backups run and are stored.

4

Restore if needed

Data is restored from backups when needed.

What This Looks Like on the Job

Daily backups of VMs are retained for 30 days; if a VM is accidentally deleted, it's restored from a recent backup.

How AZ-900 Actually Tests This

Objective 2.1 expects understanding of automated backups.

Key Takeaways

Automates backups of resources.

Stores backups in Azure.

Enables recovery from data loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Azure Backup?

It automates periodic backups of on-premises and Azure resources, storing them securely for recovery if needed.

Terms Worth Knowing

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