AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator Full Course - Web App Custom Domains

The video tutorial explains how to set up custom domains for Azure web applications. It covers the process of purchasing and managing domains directly through the Azure portal, eliminating the need for third-party registrars. The tutorial also discusses DNS records, including CNAME and A records, and how to configure them to map domain names to IP addresses. Additionally, it highlights the service plan requirements for using custom domains, noting that free tiers do not support this feature. Finally, the video introduces the importance of backups for data protection and restoration.

What is the significance of having a custom domain for a web application?

Describe the process of reserving a domain name using Azure.

What are the different types of DNS records mentioned in the text?

Explain the difference between an A record and a CNAME record.

What limitations exist regarding custom domains in the free tier of Azure?