Ubuntu Server on Amazon's Elastic Computing (EC2) cloud allows you to build on-demand virtual systems on almost any scale with minimal in-house hardware requirements. Amazon EC2 fits perfectly with Ubuntu Server Edition's modularity, virtualisation capabilities, range of applications and optimised performance.

Compatible technology

You can use the same Ubuntu machine images and management tools across both private and public systems, minimising costly re-training or application change when moving from private to public and vice versa.

Trust

Ubuntu's trusted, stable six-monthly release cycle and lean operating system is now available in a dynamic cloud environment.

Rapid deployment

Rapid, almost instantaneous deployment with minimal or no disruption to business.

Private cloud option

Retain the option to move to a private cloud with Ubuntu Enterprise Cloud. It's easy to move between the two.

Overview of the process of setting up a public cloud using Ubuntu Server