Successful Azure Stack Hub students have prior experience with operating systems, virtualization, cloud infrastructure, storage structures, and networking:
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Understanding of on-premises virtualization technologies, including VMs and virtual networking
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Understanding of network configuration, including TCP/IP, Domain Name System (DNS), virtual private networks (VPNs), firewalls, and encryption technologies
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Understanding of Active Directory concepts, including domains, forests, and domain controllers
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If you are new to Azure and cloud computing, consider one of the following resources:
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Free online: Azure Fundamentals (https://docs.microsoft.com/learn/paths/azure-fundamentals/)
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Instructor-led course: AZ-900: Azure Fundamentals (https://docs.microsoft.com/learn/certifications/courses/az-900t01)
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Prerequisites for Azure administrators (https://docs.microsoft.com/learn/paths/az-104-administrator-prerequisites/)