IOPS

Concept

IOPS (input/output operations per second) measures how many read or write requests a storage system can handle each second.

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Episodes about IOPS

Azure Elastic SAN — Simply Explained

2026-08-09

As Azure environments grow, per-VM managed disks lead to paying for idle performance while busy workloads hit limits. This episode helps cloud architects and database teams understand Azure Elastic SAN, its building blocks and shared performance model, and…

Articles about IOPS (6)

Unlocking Maximum Performance: Why Your Fabric Data Lake Needs NVMe Storage
2026-08-28 · Mirko Peters
When running large-scale data workflows, few things are more frustrating than enduring unpredictable response times and sluggish query performance. If your fabric d…
Choosing the Right Azure Disk Type: Standard vs. Premium vs. Ultra
2026-08-27 · Mirko Peters
Welcome back to the blog! If you have ever stared at the Azure portal trying to provision a virtual machine, you know there is a dizzying array of configuration cho…
Choosing the Right Azure Managed Disk: Ultra, Premium, or Standard?
2026-08-27 · Mirko Peters
Welcome back, cloud architects and administrators! Navigating the various Azure Managed Disk options can often feel overwhelming when you are trying to balance high…
Azure Elastic SAN vs. Managed Disks vs. Blob Storage: Choosing the Right Tool
2026-08-13 · Mirko Peters
Welcome back to the blog, where we expand on the conversations we have on the air. Navigating Azure's robust storage ecosystem can be daunting when deciding where t…
IOPS vs. Throughput: Choosing the Right Performance Metrics for Your Database
2026-08-11 · Mirko Peters
When architects and database administrators set out to design a high-performing infrastructure for heavy workloads like SQL Server, they are often met with a barrag…
Azure PostgreSQL – Flexible Server: How Defaults Quietly Waste Thousands and How to Fix Them
2025-11-21 · Mirko Peters
Azure PostgreSQL defaults can inflate your cloud bill. See how to spot hidden costs, optimize settings, and save thousands on Flexible Server today.

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Maintained by Mirko Peters (Microsoft MVP) · Last updated: 2026-11-03