Data Storage on Azure
Data Storage Key factors in deciding the optimal storage solution: How should you classify your data? How will your data be used? How can you get the best performance for your application? Classification of Data Application data can be classified in one of the three types: 1. Structured Data Data that adheres to a strict schema, so all the data has the same fields or properties. Structured data is often stored in database tables with rows and columns with key columns to indicate how one row in a table relates to data in another row of another table Referred as Relational Data Benefits: The shared schema allows this type of data to be easily searched with query languages such as SQL (Structured Query Language). This capability makes this data style perfect for applications such as CRM systems, reservations, and inventory management. Structured data is straightforward in that it's easy to enter, query, and analyze. Cons: All the data follows the same f