Which two types of storage can be used for FSLogix profile containers in an Azure Virtual Desktop host pool?

FSLogix profile containers are utilized in Azure Virtual Desktop to manage user profiles effectively, allowing for efficient and quick access to user data. One of the most effective storage configurations for FSLogix is a file share, specifically Azure Files. File shares provide the necessary file-level access and features to allow multiple virtual machines within the host pool to access and manage user profiles seamlessly. This enables a shared path for user profiles, ensuring that changes made by one session are visible to all subsequent sessions across different virtual machines.

Using a file share for FSLogix also integrates well with Windows file system behaviors and supports SMB (Server Message Block) protocol, which is essential for efficient file operations in a multi-user environment. This support leads to better performance and user experience, as profile loading times can be optimized through the use of Azure Files.

In contrast, while other types of Azure storage like block blobs and page blobs have distinct advantages for different use cases (such as data storage and virtual machine disks), they do not provide the file system characteristics essential for FSLogix profiles. Thus, a file share is the optimal choice for storing FSLogix profile containers in an Azure Virtual Desktop environment.