virtualization

Having worked remotely since 1997, I share my experience building the perfect remote workstation using Microsoft Azure’s DevTest Labs for superior productivity and control. I walk you through the step-by-step process of setting up your own cloud-based environment, from creating resource groups to configuring automatic shutdowns, so you can achieve a reliable and efficient virtual workspace.

You might be interested in this post if you are looking for an honest assessment of Azure Automanage’s utility for managing virtual machines. In the 90th episode of Ctrl+Alt+Azure, I sit down with Tobias Zimmergren to discuss this preview feature and share our insights on its practical value. You can listen to the conversation on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or directly in your browser.

Discover how I successfully migrated an on-premises Hyper-V virtual machine to Azure using Azure Migrate, overcoming previous challenges by deploying a dedicated Windows Server 2019 host. This guide walks through creating a server assessment and importing the Azure Migrate Appliance VM to facilitate a seamless 1:1 cutover migration from my local network to the cloud.

Discover how I enhanced the reliability of my Tailscale setup by deploying a backup node in Azure after my Raspberry Pi failed during a home office refurbishment. I walk through spinning up a secure Ubuntu virtual machine with Defender for Cloud and installing Tailscale to ensure continuous access to my on-premises devices.

I explore several strategies for securely replicating files between two Azure Virtual Machines in different virtual networks, specifically aiming to avoid opening direct traffic to the internal server. After evaluating standard scripting versus automation tools like Logic Apps and Azure Automation, I outline the trade-offs of each approach to help you determine the most efficient solution for your own infrastructure needs.