Azure Table Storage is a NoSQL data store that provides scalable, structured storage for non-relational data. Its architecture consists of three main components: account, table, and entity. The account represents the top-level namespace, while tables are containers for entities, which are rows of properties.
The primary differences between Azure Table Storage and traditional relational databases are:
1. Schemaless design: Entities in Azure Table Storage can have different sets of properties, unlike rigid schemas in relational databases.
2. Partitioning: Data is partitioned by a key, enabling horizontal scaling and improved performance.
3. Scalability: Azure Table Storage is designed to handle massive amounts of data with low latency.
4. Cost-effectiveness: It offers lower costs compared to traditional databases due to its pay-as-you-go model.
5. Simplicity: With fewer features than relational databases, it’s easier to manage and maintain.
