What are the three principal segments of the Windows Azure platform

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1. Azure Compute This segment handles the execution of applications and services in the cloud. Web Role : Hosts web applications using IIS (Internet Information Services). Worker Role : Performs background processing tasks independent of user interaction. VM Role : Allows users to run custom Windows Server applications in virtual machines. 2. Azure Storage This segment provides scalable and durable cloud storage solutions. Blob Storage : Stores large binary objects like images, videos, and documents. Table Storage : Offers NoSQL key-value storage for structured data. Queue Storage : Enables asynchronous messaging between application components. Azure Drives (VHD) : Mountable virtual hard drives for persistent storage. 3. Azure AppFabric (now integrated into other services) Originally designed to simplify application connectivity and management. Service Bus : Facilitates secure messaging between distributed applications. Access Control : Manages identity and authentication. Caching : Improves performance by storing frequently accessed data. Integration & Composite Services : Supports building composite applications across services.

What are the three principal segments of the Windows Azure platform

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