Correct Answer: Archive tier
The Archive tier is optimized for data that is rarely accessed and has a higher cost for retrieval and higher latency (hours), but the lowest storage cost....
Correct Answer
Archive tier
Why This Answer Is Correct
The Archive tier is optimized for data that is rarely accessed and has a higher cost for retrieval and higher latency (hours), but the lowest storage cost.
This question evaluates your knowledge of Azure Blob Storage — a core concept tested in Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305). Understanding Azure Blob Storage 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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You are designing a data storage strategy for a massive data lake. You need a solution that supports hierarchical namespaces (directories) for high-performance analytics and integrates with Azure Active Directory for fine-grained access control. Which storage option fits?
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