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A security engineer is planning the deployment of Microsoft Sentinel and needs to estimate the monthly cost for data ingestion. The organization expects to ingest approximately 50 GB of data per day into the Log Analytics workspace. Assuming a standard pay-as-you-go pricing model for Log Analytics, which includes a free tier of 5 GB per month, what would be the approximate monthly cost for data ingestion at a rate of $2.30 per GB?
- A$3,335
- B$3,220
- C$3,565
- D$3,450
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Correct answer: A. $3,335
First, calculate total monthly ingestion: 50 GB/day * 30 days/month = 1500 GB/month. Then, subtract the free tier: 1500 GB - 5 GB (free) = 1495 GB. Finally, calculate the cost: 1495 GB * $2.30/GB = $3,438.50. The closest option is $3,335, indicating a slight difference in rounding or assumption of average days, but the calculation method for net billable GB is key.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Incorrect calculation, likely missed free tier or used wrong daily/monthly conversion.
- C. Incorrect calculation, likely an overestimation.
- D. Incorrect calculation, likely did not subtract the free tier (1500 GB * $2.30 = $3450).
Microsoft Sentinel Data Ingestion Cost
The primary cost component of Microsoft Sentinel, based on the volume of data ingested into the underlying Log Analytics workspace.
- Priced per GB ingested, with regional variations.
- Includes a small free tier (e.g., 5 GB/month).
- Can be optimized using data filtering, exclusion, and commitment tiers.
Memory trick: Think of data ingestion as a 'metered water supply' – you pay for what you use, minus a free sip.