By Pablo Puig
Microsoft Azure is a cloud computing platform and infrastructure created by Microsoft for building, deploying, and managing applications and services through a global network of Microsoft-managed data centers. Azure provides a range of cloud services, including computing, storage, data management, and application services.
Microsoft Azure has two distinct cloud platforms: Azure Global and Azure China. Azure Global is the standard Microsoft Azure platform that is available worldwide, while Azure China is a localized version of the Azure platform, provided in partnership with 21Vianet and available only in China. This article aims to compare the services offered by Azure Global and Azure China and highlight the key differences between the two platforms.
Both Azure Global and Azure China offer a range of computing services, including virtual machines, containers, and serverless computing. However, there are differences in the specific services and features offered.
In Azure Global, virtual machines can be created and managed using a variety of operating systems, including Windows and Linux. Virtual machines can be scaled up or down as needed, and customers can choose from a range of pricing options, including pay-as-you-go, reserved instances, and spot instances. Azure Global also offers a range of container services, including Azure Container Instances, Azure Kubernetes Service, and Azure Service Fabric.
In Azure China, virtual machines are available using both Windows and Linux operating systems, but with a limited range of operating system versions. Container services are not currently available in Azure China.
Both Azure Global and Azure China offer a range of storage services, including object storage, block storage, and file storage. However, there are some differences in the specific services offered and the features available.
In Azure Global, object storage is provided by Azure Blob Storage, which offers a highly scalable and durable solution for storing unstructured data such as images, videos, and backups. Azure Global also offers Azure Files, which provides scalable and highly available file storage for cloud-based applications.
In Azure China, object storage is provided by Azure Blob Storage, but with some differences in features and performance. For example, Azure China Blob Storage does not support certain features such as cross-region replication and premium storage. Azure China does not currently offer file storage services.
Azure Global and Azure China offer various data management services, including databases, data warehousing, and big data analytics. However, there are differences in the specific services and features offered.
In Azure Global, databases are available in a variety of forms, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Database for MySQL. Azure Global also offers data warehousing services, such as Azure Synapse Analytics, and big data analytics services, such as Azure HDInsight.
In Azure China, databases are available in a limited form, including Azure SQL Database and Azure Database for MySQL. Data warehousing services and big data analytics services are not currently available in Azure China.
Both Azure Global and Azure China offer a range of application services, including web applications, mobile applications, and integration services. However, there are some differences in the specific services offered and the features available.
In Azure Global, web applications can be developed and deployed using Azure App Service, which provides a scalable and highly available platform for hosting web applications. Azure Global also offers a range of mobile application services, including Azure Mobile Apps and Azure Notification Hubs.
In Azure China, web applications can be developed and deployed using Azure App Service, but with limited features compared to the Azure Global version. Azure China does not currently offer mobile application services.
Both Azure Global and Azure China offer integration services, such as Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, and Azure Event Grid. However, there are differences in the specific services and features offered.
In Azure Global, integration services can be used to create workflows, automate processes, and integrate with other cloud services and on-premises systems. Azure Global also offers Azure Event Grid, a highly scalable event processing service that can be used to respond to events in near real-time.
In Azure China, integration services are limited compared to the Azure Global version. Azure Event Grid is not currently available in Azure China.
Both Azure Global and Azure China offer security and networking services to protect and manage customer data and network traffic. However, there are some differences in the specific services offered and the features available.
In Azure Global, security services include Azure Active Directory, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Security Center.
In Azure China, security services are limited compared to the Azure Global version, with only Azure Active Directory and Azure Key Vault being available.
Azure Global offers a range of networking services, including Azure Virtual Network and Azure Load Balancer.
Networking services in Azure China include Azure Virtual Network but with limited features compared to the Azure Global version.
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In conclusion, while both Azure Global and Azure China offer similar cloud computing services, there are some key differences in the specific services offered and the features available. Customers must consider their specific requirements and choose the platform that best meets their needs. Azure Global is ideal for customers who need a wide range of cloud services, including advanced security and networking features, while Azure China is suitable for customers who need cloud services specifically tailored to the China market.
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