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# What are the items on my invoice?

Categories and Items

#### 1. Storage

**Description**: Costs related to storing files, backups, or data in the cloud, like renting digital filing cabinets. Includes disks, snapshots, and blob storage.

* **P30 DISKS - P30 Disks**
  * Larger virtual hard drive for storing data or running programs.
* **P10 DISKS - P10 Disks**
  * Smaller virtual hard drive for lighter storage needs.
* **P6 DISKS - P6 Disks**
  * Even smaller virtual hard drive for minimal storage.
* **LRS SNAPSHOTS - LRS Snapshots**
  * Backups of data stored with local redundancy (fewer backup locations).
* **LRS DATA STORED - LRS Data Stored**
  * Storage of data with local backups only.
* **ZRS Data Stored Files v2-CACentral - ZRS Data Stored Files v2 CA Central**
  * Storage of files with redundant backups in a Canada Central region.
* **BLOB STORAGE HOT LRS-CACENTRAL - BLOB STORAGE-HOT LRS-CA CENTRAL**
  * Storage of frequently accessed files with local backups in a Canada Central region.
* **Cool Read Ops Blob Storage-CACentral - Cool Read Operations Blob Storage CA Central**
  * Accessing files in a less-used ("cool") storage system in a Canada Central region.
* **ZRS Data Stored Tables-CACentral - ZRS Data Stored Tables CA Central**
  * Storage of data tables (like spreadsheets) with backups in a Canada Central region.

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#### 2. Compute

**Description**: Costs for virtual machines (cloud computers) that run software, websites, or process data, like renting computer power. Includes various series like B, D, E, G, etc., with different configurations.

* **B-Series (e.g., B2S)**
  * Basic virtual machines for light workloads, such as running small software or tasks.
* **D-Series (e.g., D2, D2s v3, D2a v3)**
  * General-purpose virtual machines for a range of tasks like hosting applications or processing data.
* **E-Series (e.g., E8DSV5, E8SV5)**
  * Powerful virtual machines optimized for memory-intensive tasks like data processing or large applications.
* **G-Series**
  * High-performance virtual machines for heavy computing needs, such as advanced analytics or graphics processing.

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#### 3. Networking

**Description**: Costs for connecting systems, managing internet addresses, or transferring data, like digital highways or phone lines.

* **STATIC PUBLIC IP - Static Public IP**
  * A fixed internet address for a server or website.
* **STANDARD STATIC PUBLIC IP - Standard Static Public IP**
  * A higher-tier fixed internet address with better features.
* **BASIC GATEWAY - Basic Gateway**
  * A service connecting different parts of the cloud or networks.
* **BANDWIDTH INTER-REGION INTRA CONTINENT NORTH AMERICA - BANDWIDTH INTER-REGION-INTRA CONTINENT-NORTH AMERICA**
  * Transferring data between cloud regions within North America.
* **Endpoint VPN Link Global - Private Endpoint Virtual Network Private Link Global**
  * A secure private connection between networks or cloud services globally.

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#### 4. File Operations

**Description**: Costs for managing, saving, or accessing files in the cloud, like organizing or updating digital documents.

* **Hot ZRS Write Ops Files v2-CACentral - Hot ZRS Write Operations Files v2 CA Central**
  * Saving or updating files in a frequently accessed storage system with backups in a Canada Central region.
* **Hot Other Ops Files v2-CACentral - Hot Other Operations Files v2 CA Central**
  * Miscellaneous tasks (e.g., moving or managing) files in a frequently accessed system in a Canada Central region.
* **BATCH WRITE OPERATIONS - Batch Write Operations**
  * Saving multiple files at once in the cloud.
* **All Other Operations Blob Storage-USWest - All Other Operations Blob Storage-USWest**
  * Miscellaneous file tasks in a US West cloud storage system.
* **HotOpsAzDataLakeStorageegen2HierNmspcCAC - Hot Other Operations Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 Hierarchical Namespace CA Central**
  * Managing files in a specialized storage system in a Canada Central region.
* **Hot ReadOpsGen BlckBlb v2 HieNmspc CA C - Hot Read Operations General Block Blob v2 Hierarchical Namespace CA Central**
  * Accessing files in a specialized storage system in a Canada Central region.
* **Server File Sync-CACentral - Server File Sync CA Central**
  * Syncing files between servers and the cloud in a Canada Central region.

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#### 5. Databases

**Description**: Costs for managing databases, which store organized data like customer records or case files.

* **B DTUS - B DTUs**
  * A measure of database power (Database Transaction Units) for processing data.

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#### 6. Analytics

**Description**: Costs for collecting and analyzing data, like keeping a digital logbook of system activity.

* **Data Ingestion Log Analytics CA Central - Data Ingestion Log Analytics CA Central**
  * Collecting and analyzing logs (records of system activity) in a Canada Central region.

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#### 7. DNS

**Description**: Costs for managing website or network addresses, like a digital phonebook.

* **Private Zones Azure DNS - Private Zones Azure DNS**
  * Managing private website addresses within the cloud.

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#### 8. Microsoft Services

**Description**: Costs for Microsoft productivity, communication, and server-related subscriptions, often used for business operations like email, collaboration, or server management.

* **Microsoft 365 Teams Business Voice (e.g., M365TEAMBV)**
  * Cloud-based phone system integrated with Microsoft Teams for making and receiving calls.
* **Microsoft Entra P2**
  * Advanced identity and access management with security features like conditional access and risk assessments.
* **Microsoft Teams Calling Plan**
  * Domestic calling capabilities within Microsoft Teams for communication from anywhere.
* **Microsoft 365 Exchange Plan 1**
  * Business-class email hosting with mailboxes, calendars, contacts, and online archiving.
* **Microsoft 365 Business Premium (e.g., M365BPYPM)**
  * Subscription including Office apps, secure email, cloud storage, and advanced security features.
* **Microsoft 365 Management**
  * Administration, security policy enforcement, and automation of routine user management tasks.
* **Windows Server Licenses (e.g., Windows Server 2022 Standard Edition)**
  * Licensing for server functionality, enabling virtualization, storage, and application hosting (may include core packs).
* **Windows Server User/Device CALs**
  * Licenses for each user or device accessing Windows Server resources and services.

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#### 9. Other Services

**Description**: Costs for third-party software or services (non-Microsoft) that support business operations, such as backup, security, or password management.

* **Comet Device License (e.g., COMETDL)**
  * License for managing individual device backups with Comet Backup software.
* **Comet Backup Storage**
  * Secure cloud storage for retaining backups and enabling quick data recovery.
* **Duo Security (e.g., DUOE)**
  * Multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO) for secure access to applications and data.
* **Keeper Security**
  * Password management and secure vault for storing credentials and sensitive information.

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### Notes for Bookkeeping

* These categories align with how Microsoft Azure, Microsoft services, and third-party offerings are typically organized (Storage, Compute, Microsoft Services, Other Services, etc.).
* Each item reflects a type of service that may appear on invoices, with descriptions applicable across regions or usage scenarios.
* Pricing is excluded here; refer to specific invoices for costs, subtotals, and taxes (e.g., GST/PST) to allocate across these categories.
* Map these categories to your accounting system’s chart of accounts (e.g., “IT Expenses,” “Software Subscriptions,” etc.) as needed.