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AZ-900Chapter 119 of 138Objective 3.3

Azure Update Management

This chapter covers Azure Update Management. AZ-900 tests under 3.3.

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

A simple way to picture Azure Update Management

Keeping Software Current

Software updates fix vulnerabilities and bugs. Update Management automates applying updates to VMs on a schedule, keeping them current without manual work.

How It Actually Works

Update Management automates OS and software patch deployment to VMs, scheduling updates, testing, and tracking compliance.

Walk-Through

1

Enable Update Management

Service is enabled for relevant VMs.

2

Configure schedule

Update schedule is defined (e.g., Sundays at 2am).

3

Apply patches

Updates are applied automatically per schedule.

What This Looks Like on the Job

Update Management applies security patches to all VMs on a weekly schedule, ensuring systems stay current.

How AZ-900 Actually Tests This

Objective 3.3 expects understanding of Update Management for patch management.

Key Takeaways

Automates patch deployment.

Scheduled and scheduled application.

Ensures compliance with security patches.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Azure Update Management?

It automates OS and software patch deployment to VMs on a schedule, ensuring systems stay current and secure.

Terms Worth Knowing

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