Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure (AZ-204) Practice Exam

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Which access tier in Azure Storage is considered offline and cannot be read or modified?

Cool
Archive
Hot
Premium

The correct answer is: Archive

The Archive access tier in Azure Storage is specifically designed for data that is infrequently accessed and is considered offline. Data stored in the Archive tier cannot be read or modified directly. This tier provides a cost-effective solution for storing large amounts of data that are rarely accessed, making it ideal for scenarios such as backup, long-term storage, or archival needs. When you want to access data in the Archive tier, it is necessary to first rehydrate (or restore) the data to a more accessible tier, like Hot or Cool. This process adds a delay and incurs additional costs, emphasizing the tier's offline characteristics. The Archive tier is optimized for cost savings rather than instantaneous access, which is a crucial aspect of its design. In contrast, the Cool, Hot, and Premium tiers are meant for frequent and immediate access, allowing read and write operations on the data without the requirement for rehydration.