Correct Answer: Change the priority to a very high number (e.g., 60000) so other rules take precedence, or change 'Allow' to 'Deny'
Temporarily changing an NSG rule priority to a high number (e.g., 60000) or setting the action to 'Deny' allows you to disable the rule's functionality without permanently deleting...
Correct Answer
Change the priority to a very high number (e.g., 60000) so other rules take precedence, or change 'Allow' to 'Deny'
Why This Answer Is Correct
Temporarily changing an NSG rule priority to a high number (e.g., 60000) or setting the action to 'Deny' allows you to disable the rule's functionality without permanently deleting it from the configuration.
This question evaluates your knowledge of Network Security Groups (NSG) — a core concept tested in Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104). Understanding Network Security Groups (NSG) is essential for designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures. Mastery of this topic will help you answer scenario-based questions confidently on exam day.
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