Unpacking Microsoft Azure: A Real-World Guide to Cloud Power, Pricing, and Practical Magic

I still remember the day I accidentally spun up three virtual servers on Azure, thinking I’d only get charged for one. (Spoiler: I wasn’t.) Cloud platforms can be intimidating, but that’s all the more reason to crack open Microsoft Azure—the savvy giant of cloud computing. Whether you’re a curious newbie or a battle-hardened sysadmin, Azure’s mountain o…