Blue Skies

An analysis of the critical networking components to optimize the performance and security of Linux workloads on Azure includes a look at virtual networks (VNets), network security groups (NSGs), and custom routing. In this article, I offer practical insights and best practices for IT professionals while delving into performance tuning through Accelerated Networking, traffic management with Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway, and secure hybrid connectivity with VPN Gateway and ExpressRoute. Overview Networking in Azure is a critical aspect of managing Linux-based environments, given the growing prevalence of Linux workloads in enterprise cloud deployments. Azure, Microsoft’s cloud platform, provides an array of networking tools that are designed to support the unique needs of Linux applications. These tools allow for the creation of high-performance, secure, and scalable networks, which is important…