User guide

Chapter 1. Introduction
JBoss Cloud Access is a Red Hat subscription feature which allows you to easily move your JBoss
instances between traditional on-premise servers and JBoss-certified cloud servers. You have the
freedom to choose the best computing resources according to your needs, while keeping your existing
business and support models.
This industry-leading feature of Red Hat's JBoss subscriptions makes usage of public cloud resources
simpler, more cost-effective, and more reliable than ever before.
Migrating to a cloud-based infrastructure with JBoss Cloud Access is a simple, gradual process that
uses the infrastructure investments you have already made.
Cloud Access allows you to expand your infrastructure as required or move to an external cloud when
your criteria are met. T his enables you to evolve your operational processes at your own pace.
Cloud computing is one of the most fundamental shifts in Information Technology to happen in decades.
Existing business models must evolve to take advantage of new cloud business and operational
opportunities. T o this end, Red Hat Cloud Access offers enterprise-level software, competitive
subscriptions, and comprehensive support, built into business and operational models that were
designed specifically for the cloud.
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