In this article we can explore about Azure Hosting Models.
Compute Options
Azure provides the following Compute Options.
· App Service
· Cloud Service
· Virtual Machines
App Service
App Service is preferred if you want to host Apps like Web Apps, Mobile Apps etc.
App Service provides Scalability.
App Service is best for Single-tier applications.
App Service is cheaper.
Cloud Service
Cloud Service is preferred for n-tier applications.
Cloud Service provides High Availability & Scalability.
Cloud Service provides more control over the OS.
Cloud Service contains Web Roles and Worker Roles
Cloud Service allows us to specify the Count of Web Roles and Worker Roles required.
Virtual Machines
Virtual Machines are fully customized Windows or Linux VMs.
Virtual Machines provides complete control.
Virtual Machines are more expensive.
Initially Web Role, Worker Role & VM Role were the 3 Roles in Azure. Now VM Role is moved out of Roles and added under Hosting Models.
References
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/cloud-services/cloud-services-choose-me
Summary
In this article we have explored about Azure Hosting Models.
