Azure Architecture & ServicesQuestion 47 of 100
What is the main benefit of using availability sets for virtual machines in Azure?
a.They encrypt all stored data
b.They reduce the cost of storage
c.They distribute VMs across fault and update domains to reduce the impact of hardware failures and maintenance
d.They provide serverless functions
Explanation
Availability sets group VMs across multiple fault domains and update domains within a datacenter. This ensures that hardware failures or planned maintenance affect only a subset of the VMs. As a result, the application stays available during such events.
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