Cheat Sheet
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) Cheat Sheet
By The Exam Atlas Editorial Team · Verified 2026-05-29
A final-revision summary for AZ-900. Study aid only — no notes in the proctored exam.
Service models (who manages what)
| Model | You manage | Example |
|---|
| IaaS | OS, apps, data | Azure Virtual Machines |
| PaaS | Apps and data only | Azure App Service |
| SaaS | Nothing (just use it) | Microsoft 365 |
Deployment models
Public cloud · Private cloud · Hybrid cloud. Plus the shared responsibility model (more is yours in IaaS, less in SaaS).
Core services to recognise
| Category | Service |
|---|
| Compute | Virtual Machines, App Service, Functions, AKS |
| Storage | Storage accounts, Blob, Files |
| Networking | Virtual Network, Load Balancer, VPN Gateway |
| Database | Azure SQL, Cosmos DB |
Management and governance
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|
| Microsoft Entra ID | Identity |
| RBAC | Assign access at a scope |
| Azure Policy | Enforce rules/compliance |
| Resource locks | Prevent accidental change/delete |
| Pricing / TCO calculator | Estimate and compare costs |
| Tags | Organise and track cost |
FAQ
- Can I use notes in the AZ-900 exam?
- No. It is proctored. Use this for final revision before exam day only.
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