Demo-Connecting to VIrtual Machines

Question 1

How do we connect to the Windows machine?

Answer 1

Using the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) port 3389.

Question 2

How do we connect to the Linux machine?

Answer 2

Via SSH (Secure Shell) using port 22.

Question 3

What is important to remember about open ports?

Answer 3

Open ports like 3389 and 22 should not be exposed to the entire world in production environments due to security risks.

Question 4

What are the steps to connect to the Windows VM using RDP?

Answer 4

Download the RDP configuration file, open it with the Remote Desktop application, enter the username and password, and connect.

Question 5

How is the Linux VM connected using SSH via Azure Portal?

Answer 5

Using a one-click method in Azure Portal’s Cloud Shell with Azure AD credentials.

Question 6

What is the alternative method to connect to the Linux VM via SSH?

Answer 6

Manually using the terminal with SSH command followed by username and external IP address.

Question 7

What is recommended after completing the demonstration?

Answer 7

Deleting the VMs and associated components to save costs and clean up resources.

Question 8

What precautions should be taken with open ports in a production environment?

Answer 8

Ports should be restricted to only necessary locations to enhance security.

Question 9

What are the main takeaways from this lesson?

Answer 9

Understanding the different protocols (RDP and SSH) for connecting to Windows and Linux VMs, and the importance of securing open ports.