This episode explores the three primary cloud deployment models—public, private, and hybrid—and clarifies when each is appropriate. The public cloud is the most common, where services like Azure are delivered over the internet from shared infrastructure. Private clouds are dedicated environments used by a single organization for increased control or compliance, often hosted in the company’s own datacenter. Hybrid clouds combine both, enabling data and applications to move seamlessly between environments. Each model has distinct advantages and trade-offs, and Microsoft expects AZ-900 candidates to recognize use cases and scenarios where one model makes more sense than another.

Through real-world comparisons, the episode shows how startups often choose public cloud to minimize cost and maintenance, while financial institutions may adopt private or hybrid models to meet regulatory requirements. It also highlights how Azure enables hybrid solutions through tools like Azure Arc and Azure Stack, allowing organizations to unify governance and security policies across environments. Learners will understand that no single model is universally best—the right choice depends on business objectives, compliance needs, and technical strategy. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.