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Managed Disks
Azure Managed Disks provide persistent block storage for virtual machines without requiring manual storage account management.
What it does
Persistent block storage for VMs.
When to use
Use Managed Disks when Azure VMs need durable attached block storage.
Key Concepts
Managed Disks simplify disk lifecycle management.
Disk type affects performance and price.
They are commonly used for VM OS and data disks.
Snapshots support backup and recovery workflows.
Common Use Cases
OS disks for Azure VMs.
Persistent data disks for applications.
Backing VM-based databases and services.
Interview Questions
What are Managed Disks?
How are they used with VMs?
What is the difference between object storage and block storage?