AZ-204 Developing for Microsoft Azure Exam Prep - Acquiring and Breaking Leases

The video tutorial explains the complexity of managing BLOB objects and introduces the concept of acquiring a lease to lock files, preventing accidental modifications or deletions. It details the process of acquiring and breaking a lease, emphasizing its importance in file management within Azure. Practical applications of leasing, such as protecting files during updates, are also discussed.

What is the primary purpose of acquiring a lease on a BLOB in Azure?

• To lock a file and prevent modifications

• To increase storage capacity

• To reduce storage costs

• To enhance file transfer speed

What must be included in a request to modify a leased BLOB?

• The lease ID

• The user's credentials

• The file size

• The file name

What happens when a lease is broken on a BLOB?

• Modifications and deletions are allowed

• The file is permanently deleted

• The file is duplicated

• The file becomes read-only

Why might you want to lock files before copying them?

• To increase copying speed

• To reduce network traffic

• To compress the files

• To prevent accidental deletion during the process

What is a practical use of leasing in Azure?

• To automate file backups

• To prevent accidental file deletions during updates

• To manage user access levels

• To enhance data encryption