In this chapter, we will learn about Microsoft Cloud OS vision and the role of Windows Azure Pack within it. This chapter will help in understanding Windows Azure Pack cloud solution overview, capabilities, and service offerings with building blocks. Later, we will cover the architecture of Windows Azure Pack components and their deployment models in test and production environments.
We will be covering the following topics in this chapter:
Microsoft Cloud OS vision
What is Windows Azure Pack?
Windows Azure Pack capabilities and offerings
Windows Azure Pack architectural components and functionalities
Windows Azure Pack cloud solution building blocks
Windows Azure Pack deployment models
Integrating Windows Azure Pack and System Center Suite for IaaS services